International Hyperhidrosis Society Unveils New Web Site and Free Handbook for Teens Who Suffer From Excessive Sweating.
PHILADELPHIA, March 3 /PRNewswire/ --
Who: International Hyperhidrosis Society
What: New "Teen Sweat 101" Web site and free book for teenagers withhyperhidrosis
When: March 3, 2006
Where: http://www.SweatHelp.org
Why: To provide teenagers who suffer from excessive sweating with funand accurate information to help them cope with their condition,learn about treatment options and recognize that they are not alone
The International Hyperhidrosis Society (IHHS) launched a new Web sitetoday targeting teenagers who suffer from excessive sweating, orhyperhidrosis. Through the Web site, accessed throughhttp://www.SweatHelp.org, the IHHS is offering a free 50-page book called"Teen Sweat 101" to those interested in learning about coping with thiscondition and finding effective solutions. Worksheets from the book can bedownloaded from the site or the entire book can be ordered through the site orby emailing info@SweatHelp.org.Hyperhidrosis is estimated to affect three percent of the population inthe U.S., or nearly eight million people, although up to 48 percent of teenssometimes feel that their perspiration is a problem.(1) Excessive sweatingstarts before the age of 21 in 77 percent of sufferers(2) and can beembarrassing as well as socially and mentally devastating to young people, whomay endure constant teasing by their peers, avoidance by teachers andexclusion from friends and social activities. In fact, a full 90 percent ofthose who suffer from excessive sweating say that they have experienced cruelreactions from others in regards to their sweating.(3)Both the Web site and the book provide useful information on tacklinghyperhidrosis, providing thought-provoking situations and questions that willhelp teens gauge how excessive sweating impacts their life. Teen Sweat 101urges teens to assemble a support "team" that will lead them to find realisticsolutions to their sweating. Other highlights include:
Listing activities which are avoided because of interference by excessive sweating
Estimating sweat-related habits, i.e. how often one changes their clothes throughout the day
Reading case histories of teenagers with hyperhidrosis
Understanding available treatment options and creating a plan for taking action
In addition, the Web site hosts an "Ask Frances" column which allows teensto email questions that can be answered by Frances Rivers, a 16-year-old girlwho suffered from underarm and hand sweating for years before finally gettingtreatment and wants to offer insight and help other kids recognize that theyare not alone.The IHHS Web site provides an international Physician Finder index of morethan 900 physicians who treat hyperhidrosis as well as an electronicnewsletter, SweatSolutions(TM), which provides monthly updates on the latestdevelopments in hyperhidrosis care. Hundreds of thousands of people visithttp://www.SweatHelp.org annually and there are currently more than 12,000patients and 1,000 physicians registered as part of the IHHS global community,with more added each day.If you have teenage readers or viewers, this information could beessential. Please contact Maggie O'Rourke at 212-229-8486 if you areinterested in learning more about hyperhidrosis or receiving a copy of theTeen Sweat 101 book. We can also offer interviews with:
Teen hyperhidrosis patient Frances Rivers
A dermatologist with expertise treating excessive sweating
Lisa Pieretti, Executive Director of the International Hyperhidrosis Society
Teen Sweat 101 is funded by unrestricted educational grants from theSecret(R) antiperspirant brand and Allergan, Inc.
The International Hyperhidrosis Society is a non-profit organization thatstrives to improve the quality of life for those affected by excessivesweating. The Society promotes research and conducts education on thephysiological effects of hyperhidrosis, raises awareness about its emotionaland economic impact and advocates for patient access to effective treatments.The International Hyperhidrosis Society is composed of members from all overthe world, making it a true international network for people who treat orsuffer from hyperhidrosis.
From survey conducted by Numark Laboratories February 2005 via Harris Interactive YouthQuery
From IHHS database
From survey conducted by IHHS January 2005 via Harris Interactive SOURCE International Hyperhidrosis Society
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