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When to Use Medical Adhesive Removers
Medical adhesives play a key role in patient care. They can be found in any... Read more
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What Is Pleural Drainage?
A membrane known as the pleura covers the outside of the lungs and lines the... Read more
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Non-Lubricated vs Pre-Lubricated Urinary Catheters
Catheterization may be necessary for patients living with certain urinary conditions. However, urina Read more
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So Fresh, So Clean: Six Products to Help with Patient Hygiene
When a patient is unable to move, or experiences severe pain when doing so, attention... Read more
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On the Go: 5 Travel & Pocket Intermittent Catheters
Intermittent catheters help individuals living with certain bladder conditions manage their urinary Read more
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Tips for Summer Ostomy Care
In the summer, the outdoors call to you. If you’re an ostomate, this is no... Read more
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Hydrofiber vs. Calcium Alginate Dressings
For medium- to heavy-exudate wounds, Hydrofiber® and calcium alginate dressings are two common solu Read more
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The Basics of Ostomy Irrigation
Patients living with a colostomy may be steered toward ostomy irrigation, a procedure for managing.. Read more
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The Monks Explore Biofilm
Advanced wound care is one of our specialties here at Medical Monks. Often, the aim... Read more
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How to Manage Moderate-to-Severe Dry Skin
Dry skin is a common ailment that can occur due to a lack of moisture,... Read more
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What are Xeroform Petrolatum Dressings?
Xeroform Petrolatum Dressings are a primary, non-adherent solution for creating an ideal wound heali Read more
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Using a Urinary Leg Bag
Patients experiencing difficulty with urination or who have undergone urological or gynecological su Read more
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Uses for Calmoseptine Cream Ointment
Using menthol and zinc oxide as active ingredients, Calmoseptine® Ointment creates a barrier on the Read more
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The Methods of Wound Debridement
Chronic wounds are, by definition, difficult to heal. An entire area of medical specialty is... Read more
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Hydrogel Wound Dressings – When, Why & How to Use Them
Hydrogel wound dressings aid in the healing process by providing a moist environment and non-adheren Read more
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Wound Dressing Changes – Minimize Pain & Maximize Care
Wound dressing changes can often be a source of discomfort for patients. Simply dressing wounds... Read more
Links
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Stealth Belt: Go Anywhere, Do Anything
No one should have to miss out on life’s adventures because they have an ostomy.... Read more
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The Association for the Advancement of Wound Care
WIN (Wounds In Need) Are you suffering from a wound, like an ulcer or a... Read more
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The American Burn Association (ABA)
The American Burn Association (ABA) and its members dedicate their efforts and resources to promotin Read more
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Debra of America
The mission of Debra of America is to improve the quality of life for all... Read more
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Hope of Healing Foundation
Founded in 2007 after three independent Cincinnati physicians, each using their own area of expertis Read more
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Lower Extremity Amputation Prevention Program (LEAP)
Comprehensive program that can dramatically reduce lower extremity amputations in individuals with H Read more
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The American Diabetes Association
Leads the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fight for those affected by... Read more
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The Amputee Coalition
Reaches out to and empowers people affected by limb loss to achieve their full potential... Read more
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The National Lymphadema Network
Internationally recognized non-profit organization founded in 1988 by Saskia R.J. Thiadens, RN, to p Read more
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woundsource.com
Provides condition and product information from over 200 wound care product manufacturers. The site Read more
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National Institute on Aging – Skin Care
The NIA, one of the 27 institutes and centers of the National Institutes of Health,... Read more
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MedlinePlus – Skin Care
MedlinePlus is the National Institutes of Health’s Web site for patients and their families and... Read more
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National Library of Medicine – Skin Care
MedlinePlus is the National Institutes of Health’s Web site for patients and their families and... Read more
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Healthline – Skin Disorders
Skin disorders vary greatly in symptoms and severity. They can be temporary or permament, and... Read more
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American Academy of Dermatology
Get expert insights into the care and treatment of your skin, hair, and nails for... Read more
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Wound Source – Moisture-Associated Skin Damage (MASD)
WoundSource.com offers both detailed condition and product information and robust search capabilitie Read more