Wounds Canada

Mission - To build a healthier Canada by advancing skin health and excellence in wound management. Follows, Retweets or Likes do not equal endorsement.

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☀️ Sunburn is a skin injury—prevention is best!

If you do burn: cool the skin, moisturize, stay hydrated and avoid further sun exposure. 🩹

❌ Don’t scratch or pop blisters

#SummerSkinHealth

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Health-care professionals:
Do you know what wound care resources are available in your area?

Explore our Clinic Directory to connect patients with specialized care and support near them.

📍 Search by location at https://t.co/aRYELiG8OT

#WoundsCanada #WoundCare

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📣 Become a Wound Care Champion – Apply now!

🔗 Learn more & apply: https://t.co/uJGXqKpMHp

#WoundsCanadaInstitute #WoundCare #HealthcareEducation #HCC #AWCCP

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Applications are now open for the 2026 Wounds Canada Research Dissemination Award in Wound Care!

Submission deadline: July 24, 2026

Learn more and apply: https://t.co/CIM6znNsh6

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Early recognition is key. In the latest Addressing Wounds, Dr. Robyn Evans and Dr. David Keast discuss preventing & managing venous leg ulcers & lower leg edema through assessment, prevention, compression therapy, skin care & patient self-management

https://t.co/NJGmrzztiL

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Don't miss these evidence based and practice-informed recommendations for nutrition care after burn injury, crafted by Registered Dietitians (RDs) from burn units across Canada! Download for free in the latest Wound Care Canada:

https://t.co/WupxMk60H9

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🦟 Enjoy summer bite-free! Wear long sleeves, use insect repellent and stay alert around nesting areas.

If you get a bite, avoid scratching to reduce infection risk. 🐝

#SummerSkinHealth

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The agenda for the Wounds Canada 2026 National Hybrid Conference is now available!

Join us October 22–24 at Fallsview Casino Resort in Niagara Falls or attend virtually from anywhere in Canada.

View the agenda here: https://t.co/TPBdYrBzLg

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🌿 Yard work safety matters!

Protect your skin this summer by wearing gloves, protective clothing and closed-toed shoes when mowing or trimming outdoors. 🩹

Learn more in our Care at Home series: https://t.co/bLj9z4cnqi

#SummerSkinHealth

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Minor cuts can become major problems—especially for people living with diabetes. Don’t ignore small skin injuries this summer.

Learn how to prevent and manage them here:

#SummerSkinHealth

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Wounds Canada is in Northern Ontario delivering the Accredited Wound Care Champion Program (AWCCP).

Thank you to the Ontario Ministry of Health for supporting education that strengthens wound care and improves patient outcomes.

Learn more here: https://t.co/81FtGOV4vX

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Have you ever wondered what wound care stakeholders think researchers should prioritize? In our latest WCC, authors share their critical research where they asked this question and more to key industry players, producing 23 research priorities: https://t.co/WupxMk60H9

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Scholarship Opportunities Available Through Wounds Canada!

✔️ Are you a regulated HCP? Apply for the Skin Health Advocate for Resource Professional (SHARP) scholarship
✔️ Are you a PSW? Apply for the Skin Health Program

Deadline: Friday, July 24, 2026

https://t.co/LAG4kjsuZX

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☀️ Feet ready for summer? Don’t skip your daily foot check! Catching blisters or sores early can help prevent serious complications.

Learn more: https://t.co/QgzgH0Rgqg

#SummerSkinHealth

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Applications are now open for the 2026 Wounds Canada Research Dissemination Award in Wound Care!

Submission deadline: July 24, 2026

Learn more and apply: https://t.co/CIM6znNsh6

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🇨🇦 Happy #CanadaDay!

Today, we celebrate the people and communities that make Canada stronger every day.
We're proud to help build a healthier Canada by advancing skin health and excellence in wound management.

Wishing everyone a safe, healthy and happy Canada Day! ❤️

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Today is the LAST DAY to save with Early Bird pricing for the Wounds Canada National Hybrid Conference 2026!

🎯 Register now before prices increase: https://t.co/pd523MELtB

@WoundsCanada2026

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Sunburns, insect bites, cuts and scrapes are common summer injuries—but many can be prevented. Tune in to the latest Addressing Wounds podcast for practical tips on protecting your skin, treating minor injuries and knowing when to seek care.

Listen now: https://t.co/mAZkkOYoNx

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Proving wound care at home? Each dressing change is a chance to check healing and know when to seek help.

Wounds Canada offers a simple guide for patients and caregivers.

👉 https://t.co/Gualzh7CF0

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Attention Researchers!
Poster abstract submissions are CLOSING SOON for the Wounds Canada National Conference 2026 — Canada’s largest wound care event.

📄 Learn more and submit your abstract by June 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT:
https://t.co/ZxHQxyWXj6