Also called: Dermatology
Website for Canadian Dermatology Association
The association exists to advance the science and art of medicine and surgery related to the care of the skin, hair and nails; provide continuing professional development for its members; support and advance patient care; provide public education on sun protection and other aspects of skin health; and promote a lifetime of healthier skin, hair and nails.
Subject Headings Skin Diseases
Published by Canadian Dermatology Association (2016) CAN
Last modified on 08/19/2016
By UHN Interprofessional Skin Health Steering Committee, 2008
Pdf document for Preventing Pressure Ulcers
This fact sheet gives advice and helpful tips on preventing skin breakdown in people who can't change positions by themselves and dealing with bedsores when they develop. It lists cause of skin breakdown, suggests skin care solutions and other ways of preventing pressure ulcers.
Subject Headings Skin Diseases, Bedsores
Published by University Health Network (2008) CAN
Last modified on 04/04/2018
By Canadian Dermatology Association, 2009
Website for General Skin Disorders: Support Groups
This resource will be useful to anyone suffering from a chronic skin condition, skin cancer and other skin disease. It provides contact information and location for support groups in your area.
Subject Headings Skin Diseases, Psoriasis, Eczema
Published by Canadian Dermatology Association (2009) CAN
Last modified on 05/14/2018
By Mayo Clinic, 2011
Website for Bedsores (Pressure Ulcers)
This resource provides information on prevention, symptoms, risk factors and complications related to bedsores. Treating and coping with bedsores in a health care institution and at home are also addressed.
Published by Mayo Clinic (2011) USA
Last modified on 06/18/2019
By Skinsight, 2018
Website for Rash and Skin Condition Finder
This website provides medical pictures of common skin diseases and conditions as they appear on different parts of the body. Each skin condition description includes an overview, risk factors and causes, images, self-care recommendations, and information on treatments and medical procedures.
Published by Skinsight (2018) USA
By University Hospital Southampton, 2014
Pdf document for How to prevent pressure ulcers
A very comprehensive and in-depth guide from the NHS in UK that is easy to read. It goes over what pressure ulcers (bedsores are), what are the symptoms, causes, who are at risk and once they have developed, how to care for them and provide relief.
Published by NHS Foundation Trust (2014) GB
Last modified on 10/02/2018