by Anita Wragge | Oct 1, 2024 | Breast Cancer, Women's Health, Wound Care
Learn the the Side Effects of Breast Cancer Treatment Breast cancer is one of the most common cancer diagnoses in the United States, affecting more than 4 million people.1 Following diagnosis, your healthcare provider will decide on a suitable treatment plan. While...
by Anita Wragge | Sep 20, 2024 | Wound Care
Fall Prevention and Awareness Falls are the leading cause of injuries among adults 65 and older. Each year thousands of older Americans experience a fall that can result in a serious injury, disability or even death; however, most accidents in the home can be...
by Anita Wragge | Sep 4, 2024 | Wound Care
Affecting more than 8 million Americans ages 40 and older1, Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) occurs when arteries in the legs become narrowed or blocked by plaque buildup, reducing blood flow to the limbs. It is a common, yet serious disease that can occur in any...
by Anita Wragge | Aug 14, 2024 | Wound Care
Our feet are our primary mode of transportation. They quietly and faithfully help us stand, swim, run, walk, play sports, jog, skip and dance. They take us to school and work. Our feet withstand all the things we do in our everyday lives and accomplish things our...
by Anita Wragge | Aug 6, 2024 | Wound Care
An often-overlooked component of wound healing is the psychological impact chronic wounds have on patients. This can be due to many factors that contribute to stress, sleep disruption, social isolation and depression in patients with wounds. However, for older adults,...
by Anita Wragge | Aug 6, 2024 | Wound Care
KCHS Wound Care Clinic Stresses Wound Care Education for Older Adults Older adults more likely to develop chronic wounds, may require specialized wound care. The United States has an increasing aging population with the number of Americans aged 65+ projected to reach...
