British Association of Dermatologists

British Association of Dermatologists The BAD is the professional membership body for dermatologists in the UK & a registered charity.

We are the British Association of Dermatologists (BAD), the professional membership body for dermatologists in the UK. The BAD is a registered charity representing over 2,400 members, dedicated to medical education, professional practice and standards, and research. Established in 1920, it is a registered charity with an incorporated body of trustees, the Executive Committee, who are all dermatolo

gists elected by the membership. The Officers, supported by the professional staff carry out the day to day business from Willan House, the headquarters building in central London. The BAD has clear objectives which are set out in the Constitution and are taken forward by the business units and sub-committees. The BAD works with many other organisations to achieve its aims of supporting patients and improving standards. These include Patient Support Groups, Special Interest Groups, International Dermatology Groups and the Medical Royal Colleges. If you would like to contact us please do so at admin@bad.org.uk rather than via Facebook.

Temperatures are set to soar across the UK this bank holiday weekend, so make sure you stay safe in the sun. Our top sun...
22/05/2026

Temperatures are set to soar across the UK this bank holiday weekend, so make sure you stay safe in the sun.

Our top sun safety tips:

• Seek shade, especially between 11am and 3pm

• Wear protective clothing, such as sunglasses, wide-brimmed hats and UV-protective
clothing

• Use sunscreen with at least SPF 30 and reapply every 2 hours, especially after sweating or rubbing it off

Enjoy the warm weather safely and stay protected against sun damage.

On the day it was announced that new melanoma skin cancer cases have risen above 20,000 a year in the UK for the first t...
22/05/2026

On the day it was announced that new melanoma skin cancer cases have risen above 20,000 a year in the UK for the first time, the Government’s launch of a consultation on stronger sunbed regulation is particularly timely.

The 12-week consultation, part of the National Cancer Plan, proposes tougher safeguards for commercial sunbed use in England to better protect children and young people. Proposed measures include mandatory ID checks with staff being present to verify a customer’s age, clearer health warnings, and a ban on misleading claims, such as claims that sunbeds help with weight loss or prevent sunburn.

Under-18s are already barred from using sunbeds, but some teenagers can bypass these rules through contactless ‘tap and tan’ systems that allow access without staff checks.

Sunbeds expose users to ultraviolet radiation, which is linked to an increased risk of skin cancer. With melanoma cases now at a record high, stronger regulation is a necessary step towards reducing avoidable harm, particularly among children and young people.

The British Association of Dermatologists welcomes this consultation and will be contributing to it to support stronger regulation to prevent young people accessing sunbeds.

The consultation is open until 14 August 2026.

Read the DHSC press release: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/age-checks-to-stop-children-using-sunbeds-under-new-laws

Read BBC article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4g0ryrewdxo

The British College of Dermatology (BCD) Accreditation Scheme recognises high-quality dermatology education, and applica...
21/05/2026

The British College of Dermatology (BCD) Accreditation Scheme recognises high-quality dermatology education, and applications are open all year round!

Accreditation signals that a course, event, or resource has been independently assessed and meets consistent standards, aligned with recognised curricula where possible.

For providers, BCD Accreditation offers:
• educational quality assurance
• external governance through review of feedback metrics
• enhanced professional credibility
• promotion of your event via the BAD events calendar
• use of the BCD logo on approved materials

By strengthening educational standards, we are here to support the development of the dermatology workforce and ultimately improve patient care across the UK.

If you are delivering a dermatology course or event and want to demonstrate your resources as accredited, apply for BCD Accreditation today: https://www.bad.org.uk/education-training/apply-for-british-college-of-dermatology-accreditation

Contact education@bad.org.uk to find out more.

May 20 marks International Clinical Trials Day, commemorating James Lind’s 1747 scurvy study, widely recognised as the f...
20/05/2026

May 20 marks International Clinical Trials Day, commemorating James Lind’s 1747 scurvy study, widely recognised as the first randomised clinical trial. The day celebrates the vital role clinical trials play in advancing medicine.

To mark the occasion, we’re resharing a recent episode of Andy Collinson’s Life with a Difference podcast, recorded earlier this year, featuring BAD member and A-STAR Chief Investigator Professor Carsten Flohr. Andy, who is an advocate for people living with a visible difference, speaks with Professor Flohr about how clinical trials work, why they matter, and how patients can get involved in research.

Professor Flohr is passionate about improving care for inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis and leads A-STAR which is part of the wider research landscape improving eczema care.

A-STAR is a UK-wide observational study assessing the short-term and long-term safety and effectiveness of systemic atopic eczema treatments for children, young people and adults in NHS practice.

Listen to the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9ArUKjd1qw

Find out more about A-STAR here: https://www.bad.org.uk/research-journals/research/a-star

An exciting opportunity has arisen on the British Association of Dermatologists Biologics and Immunomodulators Register ...
19/05/2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen on the British Association of Dermatologists Biologics and Immunomodulators Register (BADBIR) for a Clinical Research Fellow.

The Clinical Research Fellow will be tasked with completing academic research using data from BADBIR. The overarching objective is to submit an abstract to a conference and a journal by the end of the fellowship term.

The post would be especially suitable for aspiring or in-post dermatology specialist trainees wishing to gain out-of-programme experience in research, or those trainees nearing the completion of training wishing to gain additional experience before taking up a consultant post.

Find out more and apply by Sunday 24 May 2026 here: https://www.jobs.manchester.ac.uk/internal/Job/JobDetail?JobId=34955

Over the weekend, four UK-based dermatologists travelled to India to represent the British Association of Dermatologists...
18/05/2026

Over the weekend, four UK-based dermatologists travelled to India to represent the British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) and the British College of Dermatology (BCD) at the Skin Science Conclave – marking the BAD’s first scientific engagement in India.

The event brought together international and Indian faculty for evidence-led updates, practice-focused discussions, and panel-led learning across a range of dermatology topics.

Thank you to Dr Chris Bower, Dr Simon Tso, Dr Flavia Pretti Aslanian and Dr Viktoria Eleftheriadou for showcasing UK dermatology expertise and sharing their knowledge on topics including AI in dermatology, hyperpigmentation in skin of colour, acne in skin of colour, and visible skin disease across the life course.

Thank you for helping us raise awareness during 2026 ☀️ A huge thank you to our experts Dr Domniki Iatropoulou, Dr Man...
17/05/2026

Thank you for helping us raise awareness during 2026 ☀️

A huge thank you to our experts Dr Domniki Iatropoulou, Dr Manpreet Sagoo, and Dr Bernard Ho for sharing their advice on staying safe in the sun, and to Dr Amy Perkins for helping to raise awareness about the risks associated with sunbeds.

As we wrap up this year’s campaign, don’t forget these key sun safety tips:

• Make use of shade, especially between 11am–3pm when the sun is strongest

• Cover up with protective clothing, wide-brimmed hats and sunglasses

• Use sunscreen with at least SPF 30

• Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours and after swimming, sweating, or towelling off

We’ll continue to share updates on sunbeds, including the latest information and developments relating to sunbed regulation across the UK.

See you next year!

For more information on staying safe in the sun, read our sun protection factsheet: bit.ly/SunAwarenessWeek

15/05/2026

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the UK and rates of the disease are still rising. Despite this, most skin cancers are preventable.

Dr Bernard Ho is here to cover what you need to know about sunscreen and explain why the choices we make about sun protection matter.

From understanding SPF and UVA ratings to finding a sunscreen that works for you, he explains why sun protection is never one-size-fits-all. The best sunscreen is the one you are happy to wear.

Plus, he’ll be sharing our guidance on how to apply and reapply sunscreen properly.



For more information on sun protection, check out our sun protection factsheet: bit.ly/SunAwarenessWeek

15/05/2026

UV rays are strongest in the UK between 11am and 3pm especially from April to September, so make use of shade during these hours where possible, advises Dr Manpreet Sagoo.

Shade is a great way to protect yourself while still enjoying time outdoors. Even in the shade, you can still be exposed to UV rays scattered through the sky.

For better protection, combine shade with sunscreen, clothing and a hat where possible. To achieve protection of 20 or higher from shade alone, you need deep shade that blocks direct sunlight and most of the sky – such as woodland cover.

For more information on sun protection, check out our sun protection factsheet: bit.ly/SunAwarenessWeek

15/05/2026

Clothing is one of the best ways to protect your skin from UV exposure.

In this video, Dr Domniki Iatropoulou explains how hats, sunglasses, and clothing can protect your skin when you are outdoors.

Hats can help shade your face and neck

Sunglasses help protect your eyes and the skin around them from UV damage

Clothing with good coverage can help stop UV radiation reaching your skin. Holding the fabric up to a light can show you how close the weave is - the tighter the weave the better the UV protection.

A hat, T-shirt, shorts, and sunglasses can provide good protection when used alongside other forms of sun protection such as shade and sunscreen.

For more information on sun protection, check out our sun protection factsheet: bit.ly/SunAwarenessWeek

Calls for stronger sunbed regulation in the UK are growing, with some advocating for a ban on commercial sunbeds.But wha...
14/05/2026

Calls for stronger sunbed regulation in the UK are growing, with some advocating for a ban on commercial sunbeds.

But what could that mean in practice?

Other countries have already taken different approaches to reducing the harms linked to artificial UV exposure. Some, including Australia, Brazil and Iran, have introduced complete bans, while many others restrict sunbed use by under-18s.

Swipe through to see how Australia’s approach to banning sunbeds worked.

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