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Thought pieces & Research: Covid-19 presents interesting times for those of us involved in wound care

An article originally from The Nursing Times on self-care and prevention of wounds during the coronavirus

Tips & Advice: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Social distancing and isolation tips

Whether you have a leg or foot ulcer, or another problem – here's some handy tips for coping during the coronavirus outbreak.

Education & Training: The hidden harm crisis in leg ulcer management – round table discussion summary

Learn how the underuse of therapeutic compression in community services is harming people – and what we must do to tackle this.

Healthy lifestyle: Back on the ski slopes again – I was so luck to escape amputation…

I nearly lost my leg Just over two years ago, I went through surgery and had popliteal artery bypass surgery behind my left knee. As I lay in the hospital bed the night before the operation, I knew there was a risk of an amputation. I have always loved the outdoors, skiing, walking, cycling, sailing and the thought of not being able to do any of the activities that I loved was daunting. Th…

People: Joanne Casey

Joanne is a Specialist Independent Podiatrist having previously worked at Kings College Hospital for 10 years. She also works at The Royal College of Podiatry. During the first waive of the Covid-19 pandemic, she worked as a TVN delivering frontline patient care. She has been a Podiatrist for 20 years. She is currently Co-Chair of Legs Matter. More about Royal College of Podiatry

Healthy lifestyle: Patients coping with anxiety worry during the coronavirus

Self help tips on coping during the coronavirus for you and your patients