Relevant links

If you’re looking for help on any specific issue related to wound care, one of the following organisations might be able to help you:

World Wide Wounds
World Wide Wounds is an electronic wound management journal dedicated to providing practical guidance and information on all aspects of wound management to healthcare professionals worldwide. Read the journal at www.worldwidewounds.com.

European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel
EPUAP works to lead and support all European countries in the efforts to prevent and treat pressure ulcers. You can learn more about their activities at www.epuap.org.

European Wound Management Association
The EWMA deals with all clinical and scientific issues related to wound healing. Each year, EWMA hosts one of the largest international events within wound management and wound healing in Europe. Learn more about this association at www.ewma.org.

World Union of Wound Healing Societies
WUWHS is an international organisation dedicated to improving the wound care standards for patients and the healthcare performance of professionals. It also works to ensure universal access in all healthcare systems. For more information go to www.wuwhs.org.

The Lindsay Leg Club Foundation
This non-profit foundation has been created to relieve suffering from leg ulcers and associated conditions through the implementation of an award winning model that motivates and empowers patients to take ownership of their care. Find out more about Leg Clubs at www.legclub.org

The Leg Ulcer Forum
This UK based organisation provides a forum for healthcare professionals working within the field of leg ulcer management. www.legulcerforum.org

Wound Care Alliance UK
A new charitable organisation formed from the former Wound Care Society and Tissue Viability Nurses Association. This organisation aims to provide information, advice and guidance for the everyday practitioner and specialists working in the field of Tissue Viability. Find out more about Wound Care Alliance UK at www.wcauk.org