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New Campaign from Arcutis Aims to Educate, Raise Awareness, and Provide Encouragement for Those Living with Seborrheic Dermatitis
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Sept. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARQT), an early commercial-stage company focused on
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[{"type":"text","content":"WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Sept. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARQT), an early commercial-stage company focused on developing meaningful innovations in immuno-dermatology, today announced the launch of an educational campaign designed to elevate understanding, connection, and encouragement for those living with seborrheic dermatitis, or Seb Derm for short. The campaign, Clearing Up Seb Derm, features expert advice from leading dermatologists and personal stories from individuals living with seborrheic dermatitis. Clearing Up Seb Derm sheds light on the lack of information and understanding of seborrheic dermatitis, and how this condition has an impact beyond the skin, affecting people’s everyday lives. The campaign also aims to raise awareness that Seb Derm symptoms can vary from person to person, may look different across body areas and skin tones, and can sometimes be confused with other skin conditions. “Seborrheic dermatitis is a common inflammatory skin condition that affects an estimated 10 million Americans. Seborrheic dermatitis can affect anyone, and for Black/African Americans patients, it is the third most common skin condition seen in the dermatology clinic,” said Andrew Alexis, M.D., Vice-Chair for Diversity and Inclusion for the Department of Dermatology and Dermatologist at Weill Cornell Medicine, who serves as a consultant for Arcutis Biotherapeutics. “In richly pigmented skin, seborrheic dermatitis can present differently than in lightly pigmented skin. For example, patients with skin of color often present with lighter colored patches on the cheeks, eyebrows, or hairline with or without visible redness or scaling. This campaign can help raise awareness and understanding of Seb Derm across various skin types.” Many people with Seb Derm report that the condition has a significant impact on their appearance, personal hygiene routine, anxiety levels, embarrassment, clothing choices, and quality of sleep. Despite the significant impact on a person’s life, a 2022 online Harris Poll survey of over 300 adults living with Seb Derm showed that 63% of people didn’t think their symptoms were severe enough to warrant medical attention. “There is a common misconception that Seb Derm is a hygiene issue, but in actuality, it’s a real medical condition that can significantly impact an indivi...