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Shannon McLinden is Making a Difference (and So Can You)

Here’s a story about an “ordinary” person making a difference. Shannon McLinden, founder of Summer Soles and FarmHouse Fresh, is a member of our community (just like you) and she’s using her businesses, her story, and her Texas ranch for positive change. Life with Hh can be hard, but if each of us strives to make a difference… that can make ALL the difference.

Patient-Focused Drug Development: We Shape the Future

It’s been just over a month since our Patient-Focused Drug Development (PFDD) meeting on hyperhidrosis (Hh), but the process is not over. Your – and our -- input will help shape the future of hyperhidrosis care. PFDDs are an important way for us to make our voices and needs heard by treatment developers, healthcare providers, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Have your say and comment via a “PFDD Comment” email.

Turning the Corner: Patient-Focused Drug Development for Hyperhidrosis

It’s Time for Everyone Affected by Hyperhidrosis to Speak Up & Speak Out

This is a watershed moment for hyperhidrosis. The International Hyperhidrosis Society hosted a Patient-Focused Drug Development meeting in Washington, DC on November 13, 2017 designed to ensure that those affected by hyperhidrosis can make their voices – and needs -- heard by treatment developers, healthcare providers, and regulatory professionals from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). If you’ve ever wanted a better way to control your sweating – and to stop sweating from controlling your life – it’s time to speak up - OPEN COMMENT PERIOD NEEDS YOUR INPUT NOW.

New Research Documents Quality-of-Life Burden of Hyperhidrosis

A new study details just how hard it can be to live with hyperhidrosis and how the condition can negatively impact nearly every aspect of a person’s life. From damaging emotions to not being able to go to the movies – if you’re feeling trapped by sweat, you’re not alone.

Hyperhidrosis @ WORK! AT&T Works it Out

With a reach that impacts 99% of the world’s business, and 237,734 employees around the globe, AT&T is an international powerhouse – a powerhouse with a potentially large hyperhidrosis (Hh) population. According to research Hh affects 4.8% of the population, which means that AT&T could have 11,500 employees worldwide dealing with excessive sweating. Helping these employees to perform optimally and to feel valued is part of AT&T’s health and diversity initiatives. Partnering with the International Hyperhidrosis Society (IHhS), AT&T recently added Hh as one of the relatively common medical conditions it recognizes as a disability that can benefit from accommodations at work for employees’ greater comfort, creativity, and productivity.

 

Our Co-founder Gets the Gold!

The American Academy of Dermatology, arguably the world’s most influential dermatology organization, has awarded our co-founder, Dr. David Pariser, with its most prestigious honor — the Gold Medal — and we are not surprised a bit! Discover how Dr. Pariser has been championing hyperhidrosis and dermatologic care for 40 years and how fortunate we are to have his leadership.

School Nurses and Hyperhidrosis Early-Intervention, Making a Difference for Kids

School nurses play a crucial role in the identification of possible hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) in children and making referrals for assessment and treatment. With prompt and empathetic attention, these healthcare professionals can make a huge difference in a child’s life. Learn more about how you can support your local school nurses’ hyperhidrosis awareness and action plans.

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International Hyperhidrosis Society has been awarded as a Top-Rated Nonprofit since 2012!  Read the reviews and add your own to help us continue to earn this wonderful recognition each year.

 

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The International Hyperhidrosis Society (IHhS) was founded in 2003 by a team of dedicated advocates working alongside physicians respected worldwide for achievements in hyperhidrosis research and treatment. Today, IHhS remains the only independent, non-profit, global organization striving to improve quality of life among those affected by excessive

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