WHA Resolution on Skin Diseases

Current Context : At the 78th World Health Assembly, Member States unanimously passed a resolution on “Skin Diseases as a Global Public Health Priority.”

About Skin Diseases Resolution

• Need: Affects 9 billion people; under‑recognized in global health agendas.
• Key Provisions:
  • Develop Global Action Plan for prevention, early detection, treatment, and long‑term care.
  • Mobilise resources, enhance surveillance and research.
  • Collaboration with International League of Dermatological Societies.

About Skin Disease

Definition : Skin diseases are disorders that affect the skin, hair, or nails. They can be infectious or non-infectious, acute or chronic, and mild or severe in impact.

Types of Skin Diseases

1. Infectious
   • Bacterial: Impetigo, Cellulitis, Leprosy
   • Fungal: Ringworm (Tinea), Candidiasis
   • Viral: Herpes, Chickenpox, Measles-related rashes
   • Parasitic: Scabies, Lice infestation
2. Non-Infectious
   • Inflammatory: Eczema, Psoriasis, Dermatitis
   • Autoimmune: Vitiligo, Lupus
   • Genetic: Ichthyosis, Albinism
   • Cancers: Melanoma, Basal Cell Carcinoma