Altrazeal transforms from powder to skin-like dressing
Jul 07, 2009
Altrazeal is a new dressing that transforms from a powder to a flexible, skin-like dressing that fills and seals wounds. An article about the product recently appeared in the International Wound Journal.
CareTrust REIT buys SNF portfolio
Mar 14, 2017
Caretrust REIT has bought five skilled nursing facilities in Illinois for $29.2 million.
Kimberly-Clark sealant recognized
Jun 10, 2008
Kimberly-Clark Health Care announced that its InteguSeal Microbial Sealant has received a 2008 Medical Design Excellence Award. InteguSeal is a microbial barrier designed to reduce the risk of skin flora...
Cushions created to redistribute pressure
Apr 19, 2016
Drive DeVilbiss has introduced two new sizes of its Titanium Skin Protection & Positioning Gel/Foam Cushion.
VeriChip targets new customers
Apr 30, 2008
VeriChip Corp. this week will begin its first direct-to-consumer marketing campaign for its patient identification microchip. The chip, which contains a 16-digit identification number, is implanted underneath...
New cleaner is versatile, eco-friendly
Sep 11, 2012
Oil Eater Original cleaner is formulated to quickly clean blood, serum, stool, dirt and grime on floors, walls and other areas and will not harm skin.
Digital map helps caregivers find veins
Jun 19, 2013
The AccuVein AV400 Vein Viewing System digitally displays a map of the vasculature of the skin, which allows clinicians to find veins.
Invacare’s new mattress helps reduce wounds
Aug 11, 2009
Invacare’s new Solace Resolution Gliding mattress eliminates the compression that can cause painful skin shear and increased pressure on sensitive areas of the resident’s body. It does this...
Relias adds wound education
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 31, 2019
Relias has added online wound care and certification exam prep from the Wound Care Education Institute. The institute, co-founded by Nancy Morgan and Donna Sardina, creates training for nurses, therapists,...
New product targets wound exudate
May 04, 2011
Hartmann’s HydroTac hydroactive wound dressing targets exudate in order to ensure appropriate skin healing. The product’s absorbing foam quickly removes excessive wound exudate, while proprietary...