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GoFundMe Raises Over £5,000 for Private Care of Baby’s Severe Eczema

It covers private dermatology, allergy testing, dietitian consultations, specialized clothing, care packages for affected families.

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Overview

  • Harley Meakin has endured painful eczema flares and multiple food allergies since infancy, leading to over 30 GP visits and open skin infections.
  • A 12-month NHS wait for dermatology and allergy specialist referrals left the Staffordshire family seeking alternatives.
  • A TikTok video detailing their struggle garnered 800,000 views and spurred Paige Meakin to launch a GoFundMe campaign.
  • More than £5,000 raised to date will cover private dermatologist visits, allergy tests, dietitian consultations and specialty blood screenings.
  • Paige plans to use remaining donations to purchase eczema-friendly clothing and bedding and to distribute care packages to other affected families.