New Wound Dressing Is Stronger, More Absorbent
Aquacel Extra Wound Dressing is made with hydrofiber technology and is reported to be more absorbent than its predecessor in the product line.
Medical Breakthrough in Female Urinary Incontinence
The Food and Drug Administration has cleared InTone to treat female urinary incontinence. The device combines mild micro-current stimulation, exercises, and guided biofeedback to strengthen the muscles in the pelvic floor, to treat female urinary incontinence.
Diagnostic Laser Device Spots Metastatic Melanoma
A newly invented photoacoustic melanoma detection device may speed up the diagnosis of metastatic melanoma and help save lives in the near future.
Save the Date!
Mark your calendars now for the 27th Annual Clinical Symposium on Wound Care, October 20-23, 2012, at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada.
APWCA to Host National Conference in Florida
The American Professional Wound Care Association (APWCA) will host “New Frontiers: APWCA2012 National Clinical Conference” on March 29-April 1, 2012, at the Caribe Royale Hotel in Orlando, Florida.
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Systemic Antibiotic Treatment of Skin, Skin Structure, and Soft Tissue Infections in the Outpatient Setting
Harriet Jones MD, BSN, CWS, FAPWCA