A nanocellulose wound dressing that can reveal early signs of infection without interfering with the healing process has been developed by researchers at Linköping University, Sweden. Their study, ...

In the update, the UKHSA highlighted some symptoms to look out for. These can vary depending on the site and severity of ...

For some patients undergoing surgery, the journey is just beginning after they leave the hospital. Surgical site infections are among the most common post-op complications, affecting 2% to 4% of ...

Most people think of wound care as a simple routine: clean the cut, apply something to it, and wait for it to heal. This approach works for very minor injuries, but it often falls short for anything ...

Chronic infected wounds can take over daily life, especially for people living with diabetes. These wounds often refuse to ...

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When bacteria make their way into wounds, they literally threaten life and limb—unless they are detected as quickly as possible. Now a new sensor can nestle in bandages and alert a nearby smartphone ...

Wash your hands. Scrub your hands for 20 seconds with soap then rinse with water. Use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available. Then, gently clean the wound with ...