More than six million people in the U.S. suffer from persistent wounds –– open sores that never seem to heal or, once apparently healed, return with a vengeance. The bedridden elderly and infirm are ...

For moderately severe open wounds, the safest and most effective over-the-counter (OTC) antiseptics include iodine, biguanides, and peroxides. Antiseptics are chemical solutions applied topically to ...

After enactment of the Medical Device Amendments of 1976, which established three regulatory classes for medical devices, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been required to classify all ...

If a person’s wound is healing more slowly than usual, there may be an underlying reason, such as an infection, circulatory problems, diabetes, or other health issues. There are various reasons why ...

Mölnlycke Health Care (Mölnlycke®), a global leader in MedTech, has launched three product innovations in the U.S. since the start of 2026. Designed to expand access to advanced wound care solutions ...

After stepping on a nail, a person should take some steps to clean and dress the wound. For example, washing the hands, flushing the wound with clean water and soap, and using a clean bandage.