The COVID-19 pandemic created many challenges for frontline healthcare workers. The World Health Organisation recommended frequent hand washing and the use of personal protective equipment to counteract the risk of infection. As the pandemic progressed it became apparent that these necessary infection control practices were compromising the skin integrity of our front line staff.
Healthcare workers represent one of the highest risk professions for developing occupational skin disease. Frequent handwashing, use of occlusive gloves and masks can cause both irritation from friction and a disruption in the skin microbiome leading to the development of dermatitis.
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