International Skin Tear Advisory Panel (ISTAP)

Official interest group of @NSWOC raising awareness for prediction, assessment, prevention, and management of skin tears. President: Prof. Karen Ousey

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ISTAP and NSWOCC are proud to celebrate 10 years of partnership in 2026.

Together, we continue working toward ISTAP’s vision of “a world without #skintears” through global education, advocacy, research, prevention, and community building.

Read more:
https://t.co/OGH7eplsHY

[International Skin Tear Advisory Panel (ISTAP) @SkinTears]

We’re excited to share that ISTAP has surpassed 6,000 members worldwide. Our members have played a vital role in advancing ISTAP’s mission, contributing to education, research, advocacy, and collaboration across diverse regions and settings. Thank you for all your commitment!

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ISTAP is pleased to announce that the Call for Nominations for the 2026 Board of Directors is open! We encourage qualified members from across our international community to consider stepping into a leadership role.

Learn more about our open positions: https://t.co/KjGNYbA9Ue

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The highly anticipated Best Practices Recommendations for Understanding Dementia and Skin Tears is now available! Check it out using the link below:
https://t.co/4CYEGgnHYH

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Did you know? You can access the live transcript of today's #WWSTD2026 on our website at https://t.co/WheFnTaB3i under the "Translation" section. Follow along in your preferred language!

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How are you celebrating ISTAP's World Without Skin Tears Day today? Capture your activity today using #WWSTD2026!

Register now: https://t.co/kjq6DlGF7k
Access Wordly: https://t.co/VIJGjRzkoe
Learn more: https://t.co/WheFnTaB3i

#WWSTD2026 #SkinTears

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⏳ 1 week to go!

ISTAP’s World Without Skin Tears Day 2026 is April 9 🌍
Join live or register to get all session recordings on demand!
🎤 Global Skin Tears Experts
🌐 Live translation

Register: https://t.co/kjq6DlGF7k
Learn more: https://t.co/WheFnTaB3i

#WWSTD2026

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World Without Skin Tears Day is Global 🌍

Join us April 9, 2026 from 8AM–12:30PM ET. Here’s when it starts worldwide:

LA 5AM
London 1PM
Cape Town 2PM
Tokyo 9PM
Sydney 10PM

Can’t attend live? Recordings will be available.

Register for free: https://t.co/WheFnTaB3i
#WWSTD2026

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The Programme is now live for World Without Skin Tears Day 2026!

See the programme and register today: https://t.co/WheFnTaB3i

#WWSTD2026

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🌍 Almost 1,000 registrants worldwide!

Clinicians from across the globe are joining World Without Skin Tears Day – April 9, 2026.

Where will you be attending from?
Tell us your country in the comments 👇

Register free:
https://t.co/UzvIokDggS

#WWSTD2026

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1 month to go! 🌍

Join us for ISTAP’s 5th Annual World Without Skin Tears Day on April 9, 2026.

A free global educational event featuring international experts sharing the latest in skin tear prevention and management.

Register: https://t.co/WheFnTaB3i #WWSTD2026

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World Without Skin Tears Day 2026 is coming up in two months on April 9 at 8:00 AM ET | 1:00 PM UK

🎓 Certificates for live attendees
📺 On-demand recording available
🌐 Live translation with Wordly

Register now: https://t.co/gt67xhenkY

#WWSTD2026

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🌍 5,500+ members. 50+ countries. One global vision.

The ISTAP community is growing—now 5,513 members worldwide working to prevent and manage #skintears.

Are you a member yet? Join ISTAP for free: https://t.co/z8ZOaSiqpw

#ISTAP #SkinTearPrevention

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Wishing you a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season from ISTAP

Looking ahead to 2026, we remain committed to advancing skin tear prevention and management through evidence, education, research, and advocacy.

Together, we continue working toward a world without skin tears.

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Did you know? The OASES tool helps assess prevention, assessment & management.
Use it to establish baseline knowledge for clinicians and inform clinician education programmes!

Learn more: https://t.co/zSoqTDqXxd

#SkinTearPrevention #ISTAP #BestPractice #AWorldWithoutSkinTears

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Join us Nov 18 for ISTAP’s FREE webinar: "Made Easy – The Prevention & Management of #SkinTears in Aged Skin"

Learn best practices, prevention strategies & wound management tips from global experts.
Certificate included!

🔗 Register now: https://t.co/1qqMJXWuji

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When possible, empower patients to prevent & manage skin tears. Support self-care, involve carers, and teach risk awareness & first aid. This is essential for better outcomes.

Learn more: https://t.co/zSoqTDqXxd

#ISTAP #SkinTearPrevention #BestPractice #AWorldWithoutSkinTears

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Better outcomes start with bundled care. Skincare bundles—like the aSSKINg framework—can reduce skin tears in older adults.

Learn more: https://t.co/zSoqTDqXxd

#SkinTearPrevention #ISTAP #AWorldWithoutSkinTears

[International Skin Tear Advisory Panel (ISTAP) @SkinTears]

Moisturize twice daily—it can reduce skin tears by up to 50% in aged or fragile skin. Choose a moisturizer that:
💧 Hydrates
🛡️ Restores the skin barrier
🌿 Is fragrance-free & hypoallergenic
Learn more: https://t.co/zSoqTDqXxd
#SkinTearPrevention #ISTAP #AWorldWithoutSkinTears

[International Skin Tear Advisory Panel (ISTAP) @SkinTears]

#Skintears are common, preventable, and part of the chronic wound story.

ISTAP is proud to support Wounds Australia's upcoming Wound Awareness Week – 1–7 September 2025!

Join us by using #BeWoundAware and learn more about how you can get involved: https://t.co/fOa2huGwhU