Healogics National Would Care Week

The Wound Healing Center at Bothwell Regional Health Center, a member of the Healogics network, is participating in the first Healogics National Wound Care Awareness Week from June 2 to June 6. One of nearly 600 Healogics managed centers; Bothwell Wound Healing Center offers advanced therapies to patients suffering from chronic wounds. Program directors across the nation will dedicate the entire week to visiting local physician offices to provide education to help staff identify patients that may benefit from advanced wound care.

Chronic wounds affect millions of people in the U.S. and the incidence is rising, fueled by an aging population and increasing rates of diseases and conditions such as diabetes, obesity and the late effects of radiation therapy. Untreated, chronic wounds can lead to diminished quality of life and possibly amputation of the affected limb.

People with wounds that have not improved with traditional methods of treatment in four weeks may benefit from a visit to Bothwell Wound Healing Center. To schedule an appointment, please call 660-827-2525 or visit brhc.org.