The Australian Government's Chronic Wound Consumables Scheme (CWCS) has officially launched, giving healthcare professionals a new way to support patients living with chronic wounds. 

Wounds Australia Silver Partner Lohmann & Rauscher (L&R) has more than 700 products listed in the CWCS, giving healthcare professionals multiple options to deliver effective, evidence-based care. 

"The CWCS is an important milestone for wound care in Australia," said Leon Hoare, Managing Director of Lohmann & Rauscher ANZ. "Having such a broad range of L&R products listed means clinicians have access to trusted innovative solutions to meet patients' diverse needs, from wound management to compression therapy." 

L&R's portfolio covers a broad spectrum of products that align with different stages and needs in wound care and related treatment areas. 

Products now listed under the CWCS include: 

• Debrisoft® products (Debrisoft Duo, Debrisoft Pad, Debrisoft Lolly), designed for effective wound cleansing and debridement 
• Advanced wound care dressings such as Suprasorb® P Sensitive, Suprasorb® Liquacel Pro, and Suprasorb® Liquacel Ag, offering solutions for moisture balance, exudate management and antimicrobial protection. The latest generation silicone foam & gelling fibre solutions are included 
• Compression therapy solutions like ReadyWrap®, VENOSAN® medical compression hosiery and various Rosidal® compression bandages, supporting venous care and oedema management 
• Many other products spanning wound contact layers, absorbent dressings, and fixation solutions 

These solutions are widely trusted by healthcare professionals worldwide and are now available under the CWCS to help clinicians deliver tailored care for patients living with chronic wounds.

Beyond product availability, L&R remains dedicated to supporting Australian healthcare professionals. L&R offers practical resources, clinical education and a dedicated L&R CWCS Hub, where clinicians can find product details, guides and information on the scheme. 

Healthcare professionals interested in learning more about L&R's range of products listed under the CWCS can visit the dedicated resource page below for further details and clinical support. 

Explore L&R's CWCS hub now.

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This article was brought to you by our valued Silver Partner Lohmann & Rauscher. Wounds Australia partners with industry leaders like L&R to help achieve our mission of minimising the harm caused by chronic wounds. Find out more.