Stories and Articles about Skin and Healthcare

Learn how you can navigate the waters of Canadian healthcare by reading stories and articles from our team, patients, and doctors! 

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Resources

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  What Are Topical Steroids?   Topical steroids (topical corticosteroids) are medications specifically designed to treat skin conditions by reducing inflammation directly …

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Below are the GetSkinHelp Frequently Asked Questions. What is GetSkinHelp? GetSkinHelp is a telemedicine platform that connects you with licensed …

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“For two years, my mom worried about a small blemish on her cheek. It refused to go away causing her …

Living with Eczema: The Struggle and the Hope for Relief 

If you’ve ever dealt with eczema (atopic dermatitis), you understand the challenges it brings to both your body and mind. …

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Toni-Lynn Magee developed a persistent rash. She knew she needed to see a dermatologist—but the thought of waiting months for …

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October 29th is World Psoriasis Day, an opportunity to shed light on a condition that affects millions worldwide. Did you …

Patient Stories

Read stories about how our patients were able to get the right care.

One suspicious mole and a screening that saved her life

Belle Bowen is a melanoma advocate who recorded herself using GetSkinHelp, and it saved her life.

But soon, they will returns. And when they do the bittersweet reality of those moments of that reality need to be acknowledged:

Valeria’s journey with melanoma

Valeria is a mother of three and her journey with melanoma spanned the globe and is riddled with misdiagnoses, delays, and conflicts.

But soon, they will returns. And when they do the bittersweet reality of those moments of that reality need to be acknowledged: