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Scottish Sun
12 hours ago
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Biggest mistake when treating a wound is letting it ‘dry out', TV doc says
BE WARNED Biggest mistake when treating a wound is letting it 'dry out', TV doc says THE biggest mistake when treating a wound is letting it 'dry out' – which could lead to needing professional treatment, expert reveals. TV medic, Dr Zoe, highlighted the dangers of believing what she claims is the biggest myth in wound care. 2 TV medic, Dr Zoe, highlighted the dangers of believing what she claims is the biggest myth in wound care Credit: SWNS 2 Dr Zoe said leaving a graze to air increases the likelihood of infection Credit: Olivia West If left uncovered, even tiny cuts can get infected and activities where it will get wet such as showering or swimming can cause the skin to swell. This not only impairs wound closure, but bacteria and germs can penetrate the body and cause infection. The insights come as a poll of 2,000 adults, commissioned by Elastoplast, found 42 per cent are under the impression letting a wound breathe is the best way for it to heal. But Dr Zoe said leaving a graze to air increases the likelihood of infection and instead recovers quickly if they are in a moist, clean environment, which also helps reduce scarring. Dr Zoe said: 'Even small or seemingly insignificant wounds benefit from being covered, but of course it's also important to clean a graze beforehand. 'Protecting a wound with a dressing can be supported by using a healing ointment or using a hydrocolloid plaster which allows the cut to maintain a moist environment and offer benefits including improved pain relief and longer wear. 'This is not only important for rapid healing, but also to minimise scarring." DR ZOE'S FIVE STEPS FOR TREATING A WOUND 1. Wash hands thoroughly 2. Rinse the wound with clean water or wound spray 3. Gently dry with a clean cloth 4. Cover with a suitable sized plaster 5. Seek wound care guidance from a healthcare professional if the wound isn't healing properly The research also found only 14 per cent of those polled think wounds should be kept moist to heal faster and a fifth (20 per cent) do typically let a wound air before covering it. Other mistakes Brits have made include using the incorrect plaster size (34 per cent), despite 84 per cent feeling confident knowing what type to use. A further 27 per cent have touched a wound before washing their hands and 47 per cent have picked at a scab - which Dr Zoe warned can delay the healing process. Almost a fifth (19 per cent) have had a seemingly harmless graze which resulted in scarring, while others have experienced infection (17 per cent) and swelling (16 per cent). The situations in which adults have gained a wound include doing indoor DIY work (39 per cent) and hiking or walking (27 per cent). Others have experienced injury when cycling or mountain biking (19 per cent) and playing team sports (23 per cent), according to the OnePoll data. A spokesperson for Elastoplast, which has launched Second Skin Protection plasters, said: "Treating a small wound might seem simple, but it's crucial to follow the right steps to avoid infection and scarring. 'The insights show how public perceptions often differ from expert advice, which may explain why some people have gone on to develop complications like scarring or infection. 'We want to ensure people feel confident and prepared for treating wounds in all situations, whether they're being adventurous outdoors, exploring as a family or going about daily life. 'Being prepared makes all the difference.'
The Irish Sun
12 hours ago
- Health
- The Irish Sun
Biggest mistake when treating a wound is letting it ‘dry out', TV doc says
THE biggest mistake when treating a wound is letting it 'dry out' – which could lead to needing professional treatment, expert reveals. TV medic, Advertisement 2 TV medic, Dr Zoe, highlighted the dangers of believing what she claims is the biggest myth in wound care Credit: SWNS 2 Dr Zoe said leaving a graze to air increases the likelihood of infection Credit: Olivia West If left uncovered, even tiny cuts can get infected and activities where it will get wet such as showering or swimming can cause the skin to swell. This not only impairs wound closure, but bacteria and germs can penetrate the body and cause infection. The insights come as a poll of 2,000 adults, commissioned by But Dr Zoe said leaving a graze to air increases the likelihood of infection and instead recovers quickly if they are in a moist, clean environment, which also helps reduce scarring. Advertisement read more health Dr Zoe said: 'Even small or seemingly insignificant wounds benefit from being covered, but of course it's also important to clean a graze beforehand. 'Protecting a wound with a dressing can be supported by using a healing ointment or using a hydrocolloid plaster which allows the cut to maintain a moist environment and offer benefits including improved pain relief and longer wear. 'This is not only important for rapid healing, but also to minimise scarring." DR ZOE'S FIVE STEPS FOR TREATING A WOUND 1. Wash hands thoroughly 2. Rinse the wound with clean water or wound spray 3. Gently dry with a clean cloth 4. Cover with a suitable sized plaster 5. Seek wound care guidance from a healthcare professional if the wound isn't healing properly The research also found only 14 per cent of those polled think wounds should be kept moist to heal faster and a fifth (20 per cent) do typically let a wound air before covering it. Advertisement Most read in Health Other mistakes Brits have made include using the incorrect plaster size (34 per cent), despite 84 per cent feeling confident knowing what type to use. A further 27 per cent have touched a wound before washing their hands and 47 per cent have picked at a scab - which Dr Zoe warned can delay the healing process. Almost a fifth (19 per cent) have had a seemingly harmless graze which resulted in scarring, while others have experienced infection (17 per cent) and swelling (16 per cent). The situations in which adults have gained a wound include doing indoor DIY work (39 per cent) and hiking or walking (27 per cent). Advertisement Others have experienced injury when cycling or mountain biking (19 per cent) and playing team sports (23 per cent), according to the OnePoll data. A spokesperson for Elastoplast, which has launched Second Skin Protection plasters, said: "Treating a small wound might seem simple, but it's crucial to follow the right steps to avoid infection and scarring. 'The insights show how public perceptions often differ from expert advice, which may explain why some people have gone on to develop complications like scarring or infection. 'We want to ensure people feel confident and prepared for treating wounds in all situations, whether they're being adventurous outdoors, exploring as a family or going about daily life. Advertisement 'Being prepared makes all the difference.'
The Sun
12 hours ago
- Health
- The Sun
Biggest mistake when treating a wound is letting it ‘dry out', TV doc says
THE biggest mistake when treating a wound is letting it 'dry out' – which could lead to needing professional treatment, expert reveals. TV medic, Dr Zoe, highlighted the dangers of believing what she claims is the biggest myth in wound care. 2 2 If left uncovered, even tiny cuts can get infected and activities where it will get wet such as showering or swimming can cause the skin to swell. This not only impairs wound closure, but bacteria and germs can penetrate the body and cause infection. The insights come as a poll of 2,000 adults, commissioned by Elastoplast, found 42 per cent are under the impression letting a wound breathe is the best way for it to heal. But Dr Zoe said leaving a graze to air increases the likelihood of infection and instead recovers quickly if they are in a moist, clean environment, which also helps reduce scarring. Dr Zoe said: 'Even small or seemingly insignificant wounds benefit from being covered, but of course it's also important to clean a graze beforehand. 'Protecting a wound with a dressing can be supported by using a healing ointment or using a hydrocolloid plaster which allows the cut to maintain a moist environment and offer benefits including improved pain relief and longer wear. 'This is not only important for rapid healing, but also to minimise scarring." The research also found only 14 per cent of those polled think wounds should be kept moist to heal faster and a fifth (20 per cent) do typically let a wound air before covering it. Other mistakes Brits have made include using the incorrect plaster size (34 per cent), despite 84 per cent feeling confident knowing what type to use. A further 27 per cent have touched a wound before washing their hands and 47 per cent have picked at a scab - which Dr Zoe warned can delay the healing process. Almost a fifth (19 per cent) have had a seemingly harmless graze which resulted in scarring, while others have experienced infection (17 per cent) and swelling (16 per cent). The situations in which adults have gained a wound include doing indoor DIY work (39 per cent) and hiking or walking (27 per cent). Others have experienced injury when cycling or mountain biking (19 per cent) and playing team sports (23 per cent), according to the OnePoll data. A spokesperson for Elastoplast, which has launched Second Skin Protection plasters, said: "Treating a small wound might seem simple, but it's crucial to follow the right steps to avoid infection and scarring. 'The insights show how public perceptions often differ from expert advice, which may explain why some people have gone on to develop complications like scarring or infection. 'We want to ensure people feel confident and prepared for treating wounds in all situations, whether they're being adventurous outdoors, exploring as a family or going about daily life. 'Being prepared makes all the difference.'
Daily Mirror
17 hours ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Biggest mistake you can make when treating a wound - and we're all guilty of it
Dr Zoe Williams has warned that there is one mistake people make when treating a wound that can be very dangerous TV doctor, Dr Zoe, has warned about the risks of falling for what she believes is the biggest myth when treating a wound, and could lead to needing professional treatment. Some common errors Brits include using the wrong size plaster or handling a wound before they have washed their hands but there's one even more pressing myth according to the doctor. While Dr Zoe has issued a warning that picking at a scab can delay the healing process, she says the biggest blunder people make when treating a wound is allowing it to 'dry out'. She explains that if a wound is left exposed even minor cuts can become infected as bacteria and germs can infiltrate the body. This advice comes in light of a survey of 2,000 adults, commissioned by Elastoplast, which revealed that four in ten people believe letting a wound breathe is the best way for it to heal. However, Dr Zoe contradicts this belief, saying that leaving a graze exposed increases the risk of infection. Instead, wounds recover more quickly in a moist, clean environment, which also aids in reducing scarring. Dr Zoe advised: "Even small or seemingly insignificant wounds benefit from being covered, but of course it's also important to clean a graze beforehand." "Protecting a wound with a dressing can be supported by using a healing ointment or using a hydrocolloid plaster which allows the cut to maintain a moist environment and offer benefits including improved pain relief and longer wear," she added. "This is not only important for rapid healing, but also to minimise scarring." The study found that only 20 per cent typically let a wound air before covering it, while 14 per cent think wounds should be kept moist to heal faster. Almost a fifth have had a seemingly harmless graze result in scarring, while others have experienced an infection or swelling. The most common situations in which adults have sustained a wound include Indoor DIY work, hiking or walking. Participating in sports such as cycling, biking or team sports also led to injuries for a fifth of people. A spokesperson for Elastoplast, which recently launched Second Skin Protection plasters, said: "Treating a small wound might seem simple, but it's crucial to follow the right steps to avoid infection and scarring. "The insights show how public perceptions often differ from expert advice, which may explain why some people have gone on to develop complications like scarring or infection. "We want to ensure people feel confident and prepared for treating wounds in all situations, whether they're being adventurous outdoors, exploring as a family or going about daily life. Being prepared makes all the difference." DR ZOE'S FIVE STEPS FOR TREATING A WOUND: Wash hands thoroughly Rinse the wound with clean water or wound spray Gently dry with a clean cloth Cover with a suitable sized plaster Seek wound care guidance from a healthcare professional if the wound isn't healing properly
BBC News
14-03-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
'Memorable night' but home form 'concerning' - the fans' verdict
We asked for your views on Rangers' dramatic shootout win over Fenerbahce and facing Athletic Bilbao in the Europa League what some of you said:Peter: The "Ibrox woes" will remain until we have a striker who can consistently deliver. There lies the fundamental issue. Yes the team showed character which is to be commended, however to put the ball (in open play), in the net five times away and zero at home says it It was a brave performance and excellent overall win. However, the second leg exposed the continued poor form at home which is concerning. We can hopefully continue in this competition and reach another final while building for next Not a vintage Rangers but they got the job done. It keeps the season going for both the players and the supporters. Need to get back on track domestically, losing four home games on the spin is frankly embarrassing, but bring on Bilbao in the quarters!Gerry: A memorable night for all the Rangers fans. To make the Europa League quarters is commendable. Let's not get carried away. Four home defeats in a row. Europe is an Elastoplast covering the cracks. Barry Ferguson cannot be made permanent Fantastic to reach the quarter-finals, however we did lose the match and that's four on the spin at Ibrox. We did show resilience especially in extra time. But Hamza Igamane once again was very poor. His selfishness denied us good chances to score. Delighted for Barry. I'm pinching myself, we are only two rounds away from the To get to the quarter-finals is some achievement and great for Scottish football, when we got Fenerbahce I didn't think we would get through. Bilbao will be harder but you never know with this team and Thursday nights. Proud.
