Events

Leg Ulcer and Compression Days in Ireland and Scotland: a promising success!

Leg Ulcer and Compression Days in Ireland and Scotland: a promising success! 1600 1200 Fondation Urgo

Many general practitioners find it difficult to manage venous leg ulcers and would like to receive a training on the subject. Leg Ulcer and Compression Days are organised by URGO Foundation and were created in…

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Advanced wound care: highlighs from two major events in the United States!

Advanced wound care: highlighs from two major events in the United States! 719 479 Fondation Urgo

During the Symposium of Advanced Wound Care (SAWC) that took place in the fall of 2023 in Las Vegas, the URGO Foundation organized two events: The Leg Ulcer and Compression day And the USA Wound…

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Portugal : insights from Compression Therapy trainings !

Portugal : insights from Compression Therapy trainings ! 1024 576 Fondation Urgo

Patients with venous leg ulcers face considerable suffering and a reduced quality of life. Many of these patients do not receive appropriate treatment, resulting in longer healing times, increased risk of complications and higher treatment…

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Towards a better management of Epidermolysis Bullosa in China

Towards a better management of Epidermolysis Bullosa in China 1144 940 Fondation Urgo

In a concerted effort to enhance understanding and treatment of Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB)* among healthcare professionals, the Urgo Foundation, in partnership with DEBRA** and Beijing Children’s Hospital, held the Epidermolysis Bullosa Forum and Multidisciplinary Management…

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Empowering Vietnamese Pharmacists in Acute Wound Care!

Empowering Vietnamese Pharmacists in Acute Wound Care! 2560 1707 Fondation Urgo

In a bustling country like Vietnam, where motorbikes dominate the streets and acute wounds are a common occurrence, ensuring the accessibility of proper wound care knowledge is essential. Recognizing this need, the Urgo Foundation led…

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Enhancing Venous Leg Ulcer Management in Spain

Enhancing Venous Leg Ulcer Management in Spain 2560 1572 Fondation Urgo

In 2023, a series of five Leg Ulcer & Compression Days Events were conducted across Spain, from April to November. These events were held in Madrid, Santiago de Compostela, Vigo, Valencia, and Alicante. They served…

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Addressing the challenge of wound infection in Vietnam!

Addressing the challenge of wound infection in Vietnam! 2560 1707 Fondation Urgo

Wound infection poses a significant healthcare challenge in Vietnam, with rates soaring above 80% for chronic wounds and surpassing 50% for acute wounds. Compounding this issue is the limited knowledge of wound infection management, particularly…

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Raising awareness on Epidermolysis Bullosa in China!

Raising awareness on Epidermolysis Bullosa in China! 1062 598 Fondation Urgo

Since its creation, the URGO Foundation has been committed to the fight against epidermolysis bullosa, a rare genetic skin and tissue disease. For years, it has brought its support to the DEBRA association, a non-profit…

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Improving Compression knowledge in Germany!

Improving Compression knowledge in Germany! 581 480 Fondation Urgo

Bolstering expertise in wound care and compression therapy is one of the main objectives of the Urgo Foundation. That’s why two training sessions were conducted in November 2023 in Germany, aiming to equip healthcare professionals…

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