World Vitiligo Day 2023: Date, History, Facts about Vitiligo

World Vitiligo Day occurs on June 25th. Vitiligo is a skin condition affecting between 1% and 2% of the population. It is a lifelong disorder that causes patches of skin discoloration and a complete loss of skin pigmentation. Other symptoms include premature greying or whitening of the hair and loss of pigmentation and whitening of the eyelashes or eyebrows. As purple is the official colour representing the condition, World Vitiligo Day is also known as Vitiligo Awareness Day or Vitiligo Purple Fun Day.

The background of World Vitiligo Day

Vitiligo has been mentioned in the writings of nearly all of the world’s major religions, and the earliest description of the condition extends back more than 3,000 years. End of the 19th century was a time of significant advancement in vitiligo knowledge. Doctors have observed that emotional tension triggers vitiligo flare-ups. They also observed that none of the treatments available at the time had a significant impact on the disease. In the 1940s, it was observed that vitiligo may be genetic due to the fact that the condition afflicted families.

The first World Vitiligo Day was observed in 2011, with the inaugural event held in Lagos, Nigeria. Michael Jackson was one of the most prominent celebrities with this condition. He passed away on June 25, 2009, so in his honour, World Vitiligo Day is observed on June 25.

World Vitiligo Day relocated its headquarters from Rome to Detroit in 2013. Over the years, the movement has expanded from a handful of volunteers to 484,687 activists and more than 50 clinics offering free skin exams in 17 countries. Numerous events are being presented on every continent. A second component of the awareness campaign assists those with vitiligo in overcoming their insecurities. Local organisations have organised these events, which have taken place in person and online. A webinar in China was viewed by 5.51 million individuals in 2020 WVD.

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5 essential facts about Vitiligo

Vitiligo can be managed by consuming a healthy diet, taking care of the skin by avoiding excessive sun exposure, using organic lotions, exercising, and reducing tension.

There are different varieties of vitiligo, each with its own distinct origins and causes.

It cannot be transmitted through either direct or indirect contact.

It occurs around the eyes, jaws, elbows, wrists, hands, and ankles.

Winnie Harlow, John Hamm, and Joe Rogan are among the famous individuals who have the disorder.

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