An open wound is any internal or external injury that exposes internal tissue to the external environment. People can sometimes treat acute open wounds at home with medications and natural remedies.

Peter L. Salgo, MD: Well, we’ve been talking about wounds, who gets them? And talking about how we should initiate treatment and what the protocols are. Let’s get a little more specific. Wound care ...

National Nurses Week, celebrated May 6-12, 2017, offers an opportunity to reflect on the art and science of the profession, which combines clinical knowledge and the ability to make a difference in ...

As I outlined in Part 1 of “The 3 Cs of Skin and Wound Care for LTC Providers,” skin and wound care is a poorly researched and lacks agreement and support of what is truly best practice. I proposed ...

Diabetes is one of the most prevalent chronic conditions in the U.S., with more than 37 million Americans living with the disease. The condition is often associated with chronic wounds, as about a ...

MARKHAM — The Ontario government is investing $3.74 million in skin and wound care training programs for 1,100 long-term care home staff, bringing residents faster, more convenient access to care, ...

Wound care and prevention are essential for people with diabetes. Without timely and effective care, wounds could get worse and potentially lead to limb amputation. But an effective over-the-counter ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Northwell Staten Island University Hospital has announced the opening of its new state-of-the-art Wound Care Center, located in Ocean Breeze. The new facility offers a lifeline ...