Listen "E140: Advocacy in Action: EADV's fight against Sunbed-related Skin Cancer"
Episode Synopsis
In this special episode of the EADV Podcast, host Dr. Tiago Matos, member of the EADV Advocacy Task Force, is joined by Prof. Myrto Trakatelli, Chair of the EADV Advocacy Task Force and EADV Board Member, for a candid conversation on advocacy in dermatology.
They reflect on the recent EADV advocacy event at the European Parliament focused on the health risks of sunbed use. From the interactions with Members of the European Parliament (MEPs), to new legislation in Denmark, this episode highlights how persistent efforts and strategic communication are shifting the policy landscape.
Listeners will hear important contributions including a message from EADV President Prof. Branka Marinović, who explains why advocacy is a key part of the Academy’s mission; Astrid Nørlund-De Heer, a melanoma survivor and patient advocate, who shares her powerful story; Dr. Aleksandra Lesiak member of the EADV Advocacy Task Force speaks with MEP Dariusz Joński, who expresses his support for stronger sunbed regulations in Europe.
Tune in to hear why sunbed regulations matter, how dermatologists can influence policy, and why advocacy is a crucial pillar of public health in dermatology.
Link to video version: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2DbuyADMP5mFx4sZqS_vQtdTGOGIbwb1
You are invited to participate in our survey to improve the show. Your feedback is valued and appreciated to allow us to better serve our audience: https://eadv.org/eadv-podcast-survey/
They reflect on the recent EADV advocacy event at the European Parliament focused on the health risks of sunbed use. From the interactions with Members of the European Parliament (MEPs), to new legislation in Denmark, this episode highlights how persistent efforts and strategic communication are shifting the policy landscape.
Listeners will hear important contributions including a message from EADV President Prof. Branka Marinović, who explains why advocacy is a key part of the Academy’s mission; Astrid Nørlund-De Heer, a melanoma survivor and patient advocate, who shares her powerful story; Dr. Aleksandra Lesiak member of the EADV Advocacy Task Force speaks with MEP Dariusz Joński, who expresses his support for stronger sunbed regulations in Europe.
Tune in to hear why sunbed regulations matter, how dermatologists can influence policy, and why advocacy is a crucial pillar of public health in dermatology.
Link to video version: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2DbuyADMP5mFx4sZqS_vQtdTGOGIbwb1
You are invited to participate in our survey to improve the show. Your feedback is valued and appreciated to allow us to better serve our audience: https://eadv.org/eadv-podcast-survey/
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