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Summer Skin Integrity Risks & How to Prevent Them Often, patients with no or limited mobility are at greater risk of developing pressure sores in hot weather, due to increased skin temperature and moisture. Although an area of healthcare that is considerably under-researched and rarely spoken of, the impact of soaring summer temperatures – particularly […]
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The Impact of Pressure Care on Sarcoma Patients July marks Sarcoma Awareness Month, a time to shed light on one of the lesser-known groups of cancers affecting soft tissue and bone. This year, the spotlight is on healthcare professionals; presenting an opportunity to address the wider clinical implications of sarcoma to patient and caregiver wellbeing, […]
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Why Early Detection and Support Matter More Than Ever This September marks Vascular Disease Awareness Month – an opportunity to raise awareness of one of the UK’s most widespread yet under-recognised health conditions. Vascular disease affects the arteries, veins, and lymphatic system, and is a major contributing factor in chronic wounds, skin breakdown, and limb […]
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Caring for the Carers This National Carers’ Week This National Carers’ Week (9–15 June), we’re recognising the vital work of the 5.8 million carers across the UK, both unpaid and professional, and highlighting something often overlooked in conversations about care: the impact of pressure care training and equipment knowledge on both patient outcomes and the […]
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The Benefits of PosiHeel in Pressure Offloading Here in the UK, foot complications directly related to diabetes continue to be one of the leading causes of non-traumatic amputations – but most are preventable with the right pressure care in place. As we mark Diabetes Awareness Week (10–16 June), now is the ideal time to highlight […]
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Supporting Better Outcomes from the Ground Up: Pressure Care in Leg and Foot Health This Legs Matter Week (9th – 13th June), we’re reminded of the importance of proper leg and foot health, and the role that appropriate pressure care management can play within that. Leg and foot conditions should never be brushed aside as […]
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Pressure Ulcer Prevention for Stroke Survivors Pressure ulcer prevention for stroke survivors is essential to individual health & wellbeing, where all-too-often experiencing a stroke can lead to a significant lack of, or limitation to, mobility and therefore leave patients at risk of developing pressure ulcers. And, during this Action on Stroke Month, we’re looking into […]
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Pressure Care Aids For Dementia Patients Dementia patients are often especially vulnerable to pressure ulcers due to a number of differing factors, including reduced mobility, skin sensitivity, and potential forgetfulness. As such, pressure ulcer prevention and relief is essential to overall care; forming a cornerstone of dementia care & support. Therefore, pressure care aids for […]
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Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Nursing Pressure ulcer prevention is crucial to patient health, wellbeing and comfort, and nurses are vital to pressure ulcer prevention; supporting at-risk patients and minimising the prevalence of pressure sores & ulcers. Here, we’ll break down some reasons why nurses are vital to pressure ulcer prevention. Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Nursing […]
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Supporting Nurses on International Nurses Day Nurses make an invaluable contribution to society; to the health and wellbeing of the individual, the wellbeing of the family unit and, of course, the strength of economies all over the world. Yes, nurses truly represent the backbone of society – especially here in the UK where we’re blessed […]
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