Journal of Wound Care
The only monthly, international, Medline-listed, impact factor, wound care journal

Initial management of leg ulcers in community settings: proposals for a new algorithm for general practitioners
Venous leg ulcers (VLUs) affect 1% of individuals in developed countries, posing a significant public health challenge due to complications, patient disability and healthcare costs.

Medical-grade honey: its definition and refined standards
The surge in the use of honey in modern medicine, driven by concerns over escalating antibiotic resistance, places an unprecedented emphasis on the need for medically safe and effective honey.

The implementation of the ‘Malignant Fungating Wound Guidelines and Pathway’ and its evaluation
There is a lack of research on malignant fungating wounds (MFWs), particularly their management and their impact on patients' quality of life.

Cutaneous immune cell levels in patients with hard-to-heal wounds after maggot therapy and surgical debridement therapy
This study aimed to investigate and compare the effects of maggot therapy (MT) and surgical debridement therapy (SDT) on the inflammatory phase of healing, a phase which does not favour tissue regeneration in hard-to-heal wounds.
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We co-ordinate and develop all types of scientific content, including clinical evaluations, case-study series, consensus documents, webinars podcasts and more.
Live and on-demand wound-care webinars
Watch our latest webinars on-demand and join in the conversation on the latest wound-care topics

Wounds Week
Wounds Week gives a chance for the wound care community to come together, engaging in key education free of charge.

JWC Masterclass
One-hour webinar debates led by international experts in wound care. Skin substitutes, Antimicrobial stewardship, Electrical stimulation — discover which masterclass interests you.

Semana HEI
Semana HEI gives a chance for the Spanish-speaking wound care community to come together, engaging in key education free of charge.

The JWC Awards 2025
The JWC Awards recognise innovation and excellence in research and practice. As part of the JWC Conference 2025, the JWC Awards will return to London in February 2025.
Unmissable wound-care events
Top wound care events to mark your calendar, including the JWC National Wound Care Conference and Lymphoedema Conference.

National Wound Care Conference
The National Wound Care Conference will bring together the leading voices in tissue viability and wound care to discuss the key management, clinical and professional issues.

CAMPs Wound Care Summit
Join us for the premier event in wound care – the CAMPs Wound Care Summit. Discover the latest advancements, engage with industry experts, and connect with like-minded professionals in this transformative two-day experience.

The Wound Care Handbook
The professional’s guide to wound product selection, the Wound Care Handbook is an indispensable tool for wound care professionals seeking the perfect solutions for their care.