Wound Educators Reveals Newly Updated Wound Certification Courses

Here at Wound Educators, our students have always been our number one priority. A few weeks ago, we fully revamped our online wound care certification courses. As the first online wound course provider, we aim to offer the most current wound care education for all healthcare providers.  Why the New Wound Care Course Updates? As…

Mistaking COVID-19 Symptoms as Pressure Injuries
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Mistaking COVID-19 Symptoms as Pressure Injuries

Patients with COVID-19 may be especially susceptible to unavoidable pressure injuries because of the way the COVID-19 virus interferes with the human body’s normal processes.  Background: What is Considered an Unavoidable Pressure Injury? The National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) has defined an unavoidable pressure injury as one where the proper evaluation was completed and…

How to Reschedule a Wound Certification Exam
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How to Reschedule a Wound Certification Exam

Many wound care certification organizations have found themselves having to adapt to current COVID-19 precautions. If your wound care certification exam was scheduled to take place over these next few weeks, there are changes you need to know about.  NAWCO Wound Certification Exam Rescheduling NAWCO has officially closed testing centers on March 20th. If you…

Prepare Your Wound Clinic for COVID-19

Prepare Your Wound Clinic for COVID-19

America’s medical providers deliver the best care possible and are trusted sources of health information for their patients and the community. With the unprecedented spread of COVID-19, medical facilities must use proper sanitization measures and work creatively to contain the virus. Below are helpful tips to help keep patients and staff safe, and empower patients…

How Coronavirus is Impacting Healthcare

How Coronavirus is Impacting Healthcare

The 2019-2020 outbreak of Coronavirus, or COVID-19, is proving to have quicker transmissibility than SARS. With many school closures and increased burden on healthcare facilities, it’s important to educate yourself and be prepared.  Know the Facts About Coronavirus The virus, which originated in Wuhan, China, been contracted by over 132,000 people and counting. The spread…

WoundEducators Helps Hurricane Dorian Victims

WoundEducators Helps Hurricane Dorian Victims

Giving back has always been an integral part of WoundEducators’ foundation. After hearing news of the devastation Hurricane Dorian left in the Bahamas, we knew we had to help.  Hurricane Dorian was considered the worst natural disaster in the Bahamas’ history. Dorian, a Category 5 storm, brought several days of 185-mph winds and great destruction…

Charity Update: Medical Clinic in Haiti

Charity Update: Medical Clinic in Haiti

Earlier this Summer, we announced we were expanding our charity efforts. WoundEducators.com proudly announced supporting Go.Build.Love’s mission to open a medical clinic in Gonaives, Haiti. Profits of every T-shirt sold on our site went towards funding the opening of this medical clinic. This initiative was truly from the ground up- the building was built, the…

Which Wound Care Program is Right for You?

Which Wound Care Program is Right for You?

There are a large number of wound care programs that lead to wound care certification. Choosing the appropriate program for your level of qualification and experience is not always clear. Below is a brief guide to help you decide which wound care certification is right for you. Question #1: Bachelor’s Degree/BSN? No Bachelor’s Degree/BSN? If…