Deep tooth infections can quietly fuel inflammation that disrupts blood sugar control, and treating them may benefit overall metabolic health.

Scientists have uncovered a surprising reason why some chronic wounds refuse to heal, even when treated with antibiotics. A ...

Get the latest federal technology news delivered to your inbox. To detect wound complications as soon as they happen, researchers have invented a battery-free “smart suture” that can wirelessly sense ...

WORCESTER — Bodily wounds that persist or that won't go away — aka “chronic wounds” — can be potentially deadly. Diabetics can develop sores that can fester. Nursing home patients develop bed sores ...

Leading wound care experts mulled mixed feelings about technology, policy and workforce as 2025 inched toward its conclusion. Telehealth will continue to make inroads in wound care, predicted David ...

It’s reasonable to try to manage minor injuries at home and avoid unnecessary trips to the doctor or medical costs. However, some minor injuries have the potential to become serious or ...