How We Can Prevent Healthcare-Related Infections

As part of our coverage of International Infection Prevention Week, today we’d like to talk about healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and how we can combat their spread. First of all, let’s define what these infections are: HAIs are infections you can catch while receiving treatment for another condition. Patients mainly catch these conditions in hospitals, but…

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Science Fiction Comes to Wound Care

Non-healing wounds will meet a formidable opponent in new research out of Europe. It sounds like science fiction, but doctors may soon be able to target chronic wounds with eggshell membranes. Here at Park Crescent we like to talk about new ways to treat non-healing wounds, because we’re proud of our excellent wound care program.…

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WHAM! Listen to the Sounds of Wound Healing

Are you, your parent, or your loved one part of the estimated 5.7 million Americans currently suffering from a non-healing wound? If so, this article—and month—is for you. June is Wound Healing Awareness Month, when we recognize the daily challenges chronic wounds present to those who suffer from them. What are Chronic Wounds? Chronic, or…

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Manage Stress to Promote Wound Healing

Your physical condition is an important component in how fast your body will heal from wounds. But did you know that your psychological condition can also affect your healing? Research has shown that psychological stress can negatively impact recovery from wounds. In recent years, the link between our minds and bodies has been clearly established.…

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