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Looking for help with a chronic wound? On this page, you'll find a range of informative factsheets – compiled by experts – on everything from self-care to sources of professional advice.
Factsheet 1: What is a chronic wound?
Tuesday, December 13A wound is any damage to, or break in, the surface of the skin.
Wounds can be:
Accidental: burns, grazes, paper cuts, skin tears, and so on...
Wounds can be:
Accidental: burns, grazes, paper cuts, skin tears, and so on...
Factsheet 2: Chronic wounds – are you at risk?
Monday, December 12Every year, more than 450,000 Australians suffer with chronic wounds – that is, wounds that are slow to heal, heal only partially or return. While...
Factsheet 3: The impact of a chronic wound
Sunday, December 11Every year, more than 450,000 Australians live with a chronic wound. With the right advice and treatment, chronic wounds can heal – but it can sometimes...
Factsheet 4: The risks of an untreated chronic wound
Saturday, December 10People sometimes ignore wounds or underestimate how serious they are. It’s tempting to hope a wound will heal itself over time, but any delay in...
Factsheet 6: Sources of professional wound care advice
Friday, December 9Many chronic wounds can be prevented or healed by getting the right advice early. There are lots of people who can give you reliable advice on wound healing,...
Factsheet 7: Getting to know your skin
Tuesday, December 6Skin is the largest organ in the human body. It is supple enough to allow movement, but generally tough enough to resist breaking or tearing. Skin varies...