University Centre forNursing and Midwifery

SKIN INTEGRITY RESEARCH GROUP (SKINT)

Generating and implementing evidence- based woundcare and skin integrity prevention and treatment in healthcare 

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PuClas4 is a new e-learning tool about pressure ulcers and incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD). Access to the tool is granted after online registration. 

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recent news

A call to participate in the TAPE-Study Team's research study
31/08/2024 - by Anika Fourie
A call to participate in the TAPE-Study Team's research study

The Skin Integrity Research Group supports this_international survey conducted by the TAPE-Study team from Örebro University, Sweden, focusing on the use and removal of medical adhesives, such as dressings, electrodes, and tapes, in healthcare settings. Healthcare professionals are invited to participate in this survey closing on the 30th of September 2024.Your input will help the TAPE-Study team understand current practices and challenges, contributing to improved guidelines and patient safety. The survey takes about 15 minutes, and your responses are confidential. To participate, please click the link: www.oru.se/TAPE

The TAPE-Study Team - Örebro University, Sweden

Prof. Mats Eriksson, Tanja Duljic, Dr. Alexandra Eilegård Wallin, Prof. Dimitri Beeckman

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Congratulations Dr. Brecht Serraes!
06/06/2024 - by Anika Fourie
Congratulations Dr. Brecht Serraes!

SKINT member Brecht Serraes successfully defended his PhD on the 29th of May 2024.

His thesis centered around an important and relevant topic of: "Prevention of pressure ulcers. A multidimensional perspective on the use of reactive static air support surfaces in high-risk nursing home residents"

Congratulations Dr. Brecht!

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