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Urticaria Day 2024

Urticaria Day (UDAY) is an opportunity to raise awareness of Urticaria across the world, to help improve the lives of patients and to progress understanding amongst professionals, media and the general public.

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About Urticaria Day

Urticaria Day (UDAY) is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness about Urticaria across the world, to help improve the lives of patients and to progress understanding amongst professionals, media and the general public.

Mark your calendars for the 1st of October 2024 and take part in UDAY 2024 by joining or organizing your own UDAY event to help raise awareness across the whole world.

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On Urticaria Day, we remember Professor Marcus Maurer (1966–2024), a remarkable leader in the field of dermatology and allergy. His untimely passing on 7 September 2024 has left a profound impact on the global allergy and immunology community.

Professor Maurer’s contributions to urticaria research were transformative. As Deputy Director of the Institute of Allergology at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin and Co-Director of Immunology and Allergology at Fraunhofer ITMP, his pioneering work on mast cells, urticaria, and related conditions significantly advanced both scientific understanding and patient care. Through initiatives like GA²LEN, UCARE, and ACARE, he reshaped how urticaria is diagnosed and treated worldwide, providing better outcomes and hope for countless patients.
 
His legacy of leadership, collaboration, and mentorship will continue to inspire future generations. Today, we honour his life’s work and the indelible mark he left on the field of urticaria research.
 
Our thoughts remain with his family, and we hold his memory close. Professor Maurer, your dedication and the „Never give up“ spirit will forever guide us.

What is Urticaria

Urticaria (also known as hives) is a disease characterized by the sudden development of itchy pale red bumps (wheals, hives) on the skin. Wheals may present in variable sizes and shapes and have a fleeting nature, with the skin returning to its normal appearance in around 24 hours. These wheals may appear in certain parts of the body, or they may be generalized. Hives are often accompanied by swelling known as angioedema.

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Events

Every year, Urticaria Day witnesses a multitude of events taking place worldwide! Explore the activities organized by others, participate, or showcase your own event to inform people about your involvement and encourage their participation!

Here are some example events:

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