About the Project

WoundWatch is an online resource that covers skin health related to pressure injuries for informal and unpaid caregivers.

Caring for pressure injuries can feel intimidating, especially when you witness changes in your loved one’s skin or learn about the potential complications. While it may be scary, it is vital to recognize the signs and prioritize maintaining healthy skin. Fortunately, even though pressure injuries can develop quickly, they are largely preventable if you know what to look out for and through proper prevention techniques.

WoundWatch is designed to be a preventative skin-health resource for pressure injuries that addresses the following:

WoundWatch does not cover topics such as topical treatments, wound sterilization, wound dressings, or other non-surgical and surgical treatments.