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| Below are lists of organisations and government bodies that can provide useful support and advice on wound care and its application in nursing. |
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Australian Wound Management Association
The Australian Wound Management Association is a multidisciplinary, non-profit association consisting of people who are committed to developing and improving wound management for all individuals through education, research, communication and networks.
http://www.awma.com.au/ |
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Diabetes Australia
Diabetes Australia is a not-for-profit organisation reliant on community support. All funds raised on behalf of the organisation are re-invested into research, health services, provision of self–management products and services, and public awareness. It offers personalised and practical assistance to benefit people with diabetes and their carers and provides a forum for the development of national policies.
http://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au |
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MediQuip
MediQuip Victoria and MediQuip South Australia is a specialty retail business, which provides continence and other healthcare services to help people enjoy a better quality of life. Customers can order their continence needs for delivery direct to their home. Staff are available on the telephone to take orders. You may visit our Melbourne showroom at 208 Wellington Street, Collingwood Victoria which is opened from 9.00 AM - 4.00 PM.
http://www.mediquiponline.com/ |
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New Zealand Wound Care Society
The NZWCS is a voluntary organisation made up of health care professionals from a variety of disciplines who share a common interest in wound management. As an organisation it gives its members an opportunity to share experience, expertise and knowledge providing a forum to network with other members throughout the country.
Currently there are seven branches: Auckland, Hamilton, Rotorua, Palmerston North, Wellington, Christchurch and Southland. Each has an area coordinator and national committee member. The area coordinator is responsible for coordinating meetings and seminars for the local branch members, while the national committee member represents each branch at a national level. In some areas these duties are undertaken by the same volunteer.
http://www.nzwcs.org.nz |
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Wound Care Society
We are a charitable organisation, which aims to improve the care and treatment of persons with wounds, through the provision of education to nurses interested or working in the field of wound management.
http://www.woundcaresociety.org/ |
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Wound Education and Research Group
The Victorian College of Pharmacy is a centre of Australian teaching and research excellence. Our world class graduates make significant contributions to the healthcare and pharmaceutical needs of society. Our researchers have a history of best practice in drug development and health advancement that has earned international and commercial success. The Victorian College of Pharmacy has a reputation for innovation, particularly in the areas of formulation science and medicinal chemistry.
http://www.vcp.monash.edu.au/courses/woundcare |
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Wound Foundation of Australia
The Wound Foundation of Australia is a world leader in the area of wound management. WFA provides wound education and research within a non-profit consultative and innovative environment.
WFA is an independent operating unit of the Victorian College of Pharmacy, Monash University.
http://www.woundfoundation.org.au/ |
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Wound Healing Information
This site is about acute and chronic wounds, wound healing and modalities and treatments that promote wound healing . Many technical and biological aspects including treatment options are covered. It is dedicated to all wound care-givers.
http://www.woundhealer.com |
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