29 September 2021

One in 500 people in the UK live with a stoma. Up to 85% of ostomates have experienced common problems such as skin irritation, blockage, leakage, and difficulty attaching and removing appliances, but many do not seek professional help¹. One study identified that approximately one third of patients with a stoma who were followed up over a 5-year study period had evidence of skin complications within 90 days of surgery². This, in turn, leads to increased healthcare costs, increased product use, wastage and unnecessary referrals to specialist stoma services.

01 October 2021

The word ‘Stoma’ comes from the Greek word that means ‘mouth’ or ‘opening’. A stoma is an artificial opening in the bowel created to bring the bowel to the surface of the abdomen, diverting the flow of faeces or urine1. There are three types of stoma.

21 December 2021

The structure of the skin
The skin is the largest organ in the body, with a surface area of 2m², and has multiple functions¹. 

08 February 2022

The winter season can be difficult for ostomates; it’s cold outside and seems like everything we do is a battle against the weather. 

17 February 2022

Patients with Moisture-Associated Skin Damage (MASD) often experience intense itching, erythema, scaling and pain. In some cases, the condition can be so severe that patients are unable to sleep or perform their regular activities.
Medi Derma-S Barrier Cream and its protective properties

05 May 2022

It’s important for healthcare professionals and patients alike to be aware of moisture-associated skin damage (MASD). This can occur when the skin is exposed to moisture for long periods of time. That moisture can be from a great many sources (sweat, urine, saliva, wounds, etc) and can lead to a variety of problems like skin irritation, breakdown and infection.

10 May 2022

This time last year, we were still under strict lockdown rules imposed in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

We were unable to meet friends and family indoors. We could only socialise outdoors in groups of six. And children had only been back at school for a few short months.

12 May 2022

Thursday 12th May is International Nurses' Day — a day to celebrate the incredible work nurses do all over the world, every day. From providing essential healthcare in times of crisis to supporting people through difficult life transitions, nurses make a huge impact on society.

27 May 2022

The Platinum Jubilee celebrations, culminating in the Bank Holiday weekend from the 2nd to 5th June 2022, mark the 70 year anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II ascending to the throne.
In this article, we’re going to revisit 70 years of NHS nursing — from the early days of the health service right up to today.

29 June 2022

At Medicareplus, we pride ourselves on our values; our commitment to quality patient care is at the forefront of everything we do. We believe that providing reliable, trustworthy products and education for healthcare professionals is the key to improving patient care.