It’s well-documented and broadly acknowledged that there are disparities in healthcare, but it’s less clear what can be done to address them. One major disparity is among patients with chronic wounds and resultant amputations. These conditions are more prevalent among people with limited education and low socioeconomic status. But we can make a difference—one patient…
The latest advancements to address stalled wounds include an evidence-based predictive model and a point-of-care tool to detect bacterial load.
Infected wounds can have significant consequences for health, quality of life, survival, healthcare utilization, and costs of care. Antimicrobial medications can play a crucial role in the management of these wounds. However, research shows that antibiotics are overused in wound care, often without proper clinical justification. Overuse of antimicrobial agents is leading to antimicrobial resistance,…
Seven million people in the United States have chronic wounds, and most are not getting the care they need. Many physicians who practice in specialties where wounds are common do not have the training necessary to manage their patients’ non-healing wounds. And there simply aren’t enough wound care specialists with the breadth and depth of…
Research and overwhelming anecdotal experiences demonstrate that many people avoided or delayed medical care during the COVID-19 pandemic. More than half of patients who delayed care also reported negative health consequences. Now, with the pandemic declining, many are still hesitant to come to clinics. They’re frequently putting off health screenings, and they’re often not seeking…
