Thank you for helping us honor and spread the word about Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month 2022! Your participation during November’s Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month is vital because, together, we can amplify the message that excessive, uncontrollable sweating is a serious medical condition warranting serious attention.
You can help us make sure that everyone knows that there is hope, community, support, and treatment available.
What happens when your body goes haywire creating good stuff in excessive amounts? Often, it’s not pretty.
This year, in honor of Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month, the International Hyperhidrosis Society will explain eight medical issues that are so extra, including:
- Acne
- Impacted ear wax
- Psoriasis
- Hypertrichosis
- Distichiasis
- Hyperdontia
- Hyperhidrosis
Unlike most of the conditions mentioned above, hyperhidrosis is actually not rare - it affects nearly 5% of people. Only acne on this list is more common.
365 million people worldwide live with hyperhidrosis, an underserved medical condition (with 27% of adults NEVER diagnosed!) that nearly TRIPLES anxiety and depression risks.
The impacts of hyperhidrosis’ uncontrollable and unpredictable sweating range from:
- Feelings of intense discomfort due to wet clothing, dripping perspiration, slippery skin, and chilling dampness, to...
- Stigma, embarrassment and significantly increased risks of depression, anxiety and attention deficit disorder.
Together with its community, the International Hyperhidrosis Society (IHhS) is working to lift hyperhidrosis out of hiding and so people experiencing the condition can find treatment.
Thank you for joining us in the mission to help make hyperhidrosis awareness a priority and to improve knowledge of this impactful condition in your network and community. To help, the International Hyperhidrosis Society has created educational (as well as inspirational) content that you can easily share on your channels (your small adaptations can turn these November Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month messages into useful posts any time of the year.)
We have a wealth of resources and content ready for you. Scroll on ambassadors!
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Because of the donations from individuals, families, and sponsors, the International Hyperhidrosis Society was able to gather and inspire an extraordinary group of sister organizations and publications to communicate Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month messages to their tribe. Together, we have the ability to reach thousands and lift many, many more. We are warmly and forever grateful to each of you.
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Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month Press Release
International Hyperhidrosis Society's Calendar of Main Events
Tues., Nov. 1
11/1 - Hyperhidrosis (Hh) Awareness Month kicks off with a blog, e-blast and social post letting everyone know that excessive sweating is #SoExtra and how taking part in Hh Awareness Month can make a difference by helping those with extra sweating find treatment, support and reliable information.
Channels: Social Media, eBlast to IHhS Subscribers, SweatHelp Blog, Press Release
Wed., Nov. 2
11/2 - When the human body creates too much of a good thing, bad things can happen - like hyperhidrosis. Our Nov. 2nd social media campaign will highlight a #SoExtra medical problem that can impact hearing and balance and emphasize that health concerns impacting quality of life (like Hh and this ear-full problem) need thoughtful, empathetic medical attention.
Channels: Social Media
Fri., Nov. 4
11/4 - We are so excited for our 2022 Master Class in Patient Care and Practice Efficiency hosted by Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston. This post will preview this comprehensive Hh medical education event and prime our audience to watch for live social posts on the day-of.
Channels: Social Media
Sat., Nov. 5
11/5 - As the IHhS’ 2022 Master Class in Patient Care and Practice Efficiency gets underway, we will live post on social channels highlighting how attendees will be learning the latest #hyperhidrosis best practices, research results, and treatments from the most respected clinicians and medical scientists in the field. We’ll also, of course, thank Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) for hosting, Carpe and Thompson Tee for contributing samples and coupons, and RA Fischer Co and Hidrex USA for donating #iontophoresis devices for live demos of this valuable treatment choice!
Channels: Social Media
Tues., Nov. 8
11/8 - Only one of the eight #SoExtra medical conditions we’re covering during Hh Awareness Month is actually more common than excessive sweating. But like hyperhidrosis, it can impact young people severely and is linked to depression and anxiety. Watch our social channels for the big reveal. treatment choice!
Channels: Social Media
Thurs., Nov. 10
11/10 - Have you heard of distichiasis? This post will discuss an eye-opening #extra health concern that’s thankfully rare. Another eye-opening fact: 20% of hyperhidrosis sufferers report problems using computers, mobile phones and touch screens.
Channels: Social Media
Tues., Nov. 15
11/15 - Did you know that psoriasis is a condition of #extra, like hyperhidrosis is? We’ll be sharing this with the world on Nov. 15th and highlighting that hyperhidrosis is more common than psoriasis and equally deserving of treatment and research.
Channels: Social Media
Thurs., Nov.17
11/17 - You can take a bite out of this social post about hyperdontia. Just as our smiles are crucial for social/emotional interactions and feelings of self-worth, so too is our skin. Caring for both is part of holistic wellness.
Channels: Social Media
Mon., Nov. 21
11/21 - During Hh Awareness Month, we are scratching the surface of #SoExtra as it relates to the human body. On Nov. 21st, we’ll introduce onychogryphosis, a condition occurring when a useful body function goes awry - much like what happens with extreme, uncontrollable sweating.
Channels: Social Media
Wed., Nov. 23
11/23 - Holiday gatherings bring families together. Recipes and traditions get passed down and we might have the chance to discuss medical histories, too. Like hyperhidrosis, this unusual #SoExtra medical condition seems to have a genetic link. Watch our social channels to find out what it is!
Channels: Social Media
Fri., Nov.25
11/25 - Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping is a great chance for the hyperhidrosis community to stock up on must-have sweat management products from the innovators who work with the International Hyperhidrosis Society through our Fan Fave Products program. This social post will remind our audience to shop for practical products and support the companies that care about Hh at the same time.
Channels: Social Media
Tues., Nov. 29
11/29: As Hh Awareness Month comes to a close, we’ll: thank everyone who got involved amplifying important excessive sweating educational messages and showing support for those who live with excessive sweating, and look to Giving Tuesday as an opportunity to keep the momentum going!
Channels: Social Media, eBlast to IHhS Subscribers, SweatHelp Blog, Press Release
Ideas for Your Community Communications
We encourage you to begin your communication at the opening of Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month on Tuesday, November 1st.
We hope you’ll watch the International Hyperhidrosis Society on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn and then share our posts -- adding your own twist whenever you see fit.
We will, of course, be watching your feeds as well and will be excited to amplify your hyperhidrosis-related messages, too. You can help make this easy by using our handles and tags:
- Facebook @SweatingStopsHere: https://facebook.com/SweatingStopsHere/
- Twitter @WeKnowSweat: https://twitter.com/WeKnowSweat
- Instagram @WeKnowSweat: https://instagram.com/WeKnowSweat/
- LinkedIn @International-Hyperhidrosis-Society https://www.linkedin.com/company/ihhs
#HyperhidrosisAwarenessMonth
#KnowSweat2022
#KnowSweat
#SoExtra
As you think about messages that will resonate with your followers, consider including links to our:
- News Blogs: www.SweatHelp.org/Read
- Podcasts: www.SweatHelp.org/Podcasts
A general link to our content-rich website may also be helpful: www.SweatHelp.org
Sample Social Media Posts
Post 1
General Post:
All through November's #HyperhidrosisAwarenessMonth, join voices with us as we raise awareness about how extreme #sweating needs #extra attention, treatment, and understanding so we can all live our best lives ever. Boost, share, amplify, tag and tell the world - #ExcessiveSweating is just too much! Important treatment information and help is available at www.SweatHelp.org #SoExtra #KnowSweat2022
Twitter Post:
For Nov.'s #HyperhidrosisAwarenessMonth, help raise awareness that extreme #sweating needs #extra attention, treatment, & understanding so we can all be our best. Tell the world - #ExcessiveSweating is too much! Find info & help @ www.SweatHelp.org #SoExtra
Post 2
General Post:
All through November's #HyperhidrosisAwarenessMonth, join voices with us as we raise awareness about how extreme #sweating needs #extra attention, treatment, and understanding so we can all live our best lives ever. Boost, share, amplify, tag and tell the world - #ExcessiveSweating is just too much! Find the info you need and find help at www.SweatHelp.org #SoExtra #KnowSweat
Twitter Post:
For Nov.'s #HyperhidrosisAwarenessMonth, help raise awareness that extreme #sweating needs #extra attention, treatment, & understanding so we can all be our best. Tell the world - #ExcessiveSweating is just too much! Find the info you need & help www.SweatHelp.org #SoExtra