Q: What should I know about moisture-associated skin damage? A: Older adults’ internal milieu is often based on homeostenosis, instead of homeostasis. For example, their normal skin health can be ...
How can you tell if skin breakdown in the buttock region is moisture-associated skin damage (MASD) from incontinence, versus a pressure injury? MASD is the irritation or erosion of the skin secondary ...
Your daily shower routine might be the culprit behind persistent dry, flaky, or irritated skin. While cleansing is essential for hygiene and health, many people unknowingly damage their skin’s ...
Specialist nurses who are organising a new national awareness day for moisture-associated skin damage (MASD) say they hope it will help boost staff knowledge, improve prevention and ensure health and ...
The Winter season may bring festive vibes and comfy clothes, but it also means a harsh mix of cold air, low humidity, and high levels of pollution. Your skin has a moisture barrier to protect it from ...