01 June 2021

As part of our commitment to providing clinical support to the NHS and in line with recent recommendations, Medicareplus International has developed guidance for the use of our barrier products under PPE. The current COVID-19 situation has seen some healthcare practitioners noticing early signs of skin damage from tight-fitting masks. Our barrier products are effective in cases where irritation behind masks is caused by perspiration and friction, if used in line with our guidance. However, we DO NOT advocate the use of our barrier film products for the prevention of damage that may be caused solely as a result of direct pressure.

01 June 2021

Easily identify different types of skin damage caused by moisture. Categorise the level of skin damage caused by moisture (Mild, Moderate, Severe). Understand which type of barrier product is appropriate when treating and preventing different levels of MASD

01 June 2021

This case study explores in detail the role of barrier products in treating and preventing a case of intertrigo (skin damage caused by excessive exposure to sweat) using the frameworks detailed in our S.M.A.R.T. Resource and Total Barrier Protection Strategy.

01 June 2021

A two page guide to support the correct differentiation between skin damage caused by pressure and skin damage caused by exposure to excess moisture. This visual guide supports the correct categorisation of skin damage caused by incontinence associated dermatitis and how to select the most suitable treatment strategy for each level of skin damage.

01 June 2021

The Skin Moisture Alert Reporting Tool (SMART) is a simple visual guide to help healthcare professionals of any level to identify, categorise and treat moisture-associated skin damage appropriately in line with NHSi guidelines.

01 June 2021

The identification and categorisation of pressure injuries can be notoriously difficult – use this simple reference guide to help spot and categorise pressure ulcers effectively.

01 June 2021

Pressure Ulcers and Incontinence-associated Skin Damage can be difficult to distinguish, in some cases even presenting together. This guide helps to correctly differentiate between the two and manage their treatment and prevention.

01 June 2021

A visual guide to areas of the body at high risk of pressure damage.

01 June 2021

Published in the British Journal of Nursing, this article explores differences in the structure of the skin of neonates and pediatrics, and the implications of these differences when treating cases of moisture-associated skin damage.

01 June 2021

A visual guide to the treatment of MASD in Neonate and Paediatrics.