Latest innovation hits first aid category to help consumers be better prepared for minor burns, bleeds, cuts and scrapes
MUNDELEIN, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Millions of people in the U.S. injure themselves every year. When it comes to cuts and burns, one of the most common places for these injuries to occur is in the home, specifically the kitchen and bathroom. Just like injuries, all bandages are not the same. That’s why having the right products at the right time can make all the difference. Today, CURAD announced a few new products to its innovation lineup -- Soothe & Cool®, QuickStop!®, and Truly Ouchless!® Plastic -- making hospital-grade technology available at home.
“Preparedness is all about having the right tools at your fingertips, yet a recent national poll revealed that 44% of U.S. adults don’t have first aid kits”
Soothe & Cool®
According to a national survey, nearly half of respondents do not believe burns are a serious danger in their home, yet 75% reported they or a loved one had suffered a burn injury at home. Soothe & Cool is a hydrating, high water content pad that pulls the heat from the burn while giving moisture back to help the healing process. The hydrogel dressing provides a cooling effect that stops the painful, burning sensation. This bandage covers the burned area of skin for up to five days to promote an ideal healing environment for the skin by protecting against dehydration and external contamination. Soothe & Cool works on minor burns, blisters and skin abrasions.
QuickStop!®
When cuts happen, it’s instinctual to want to quickly stop the bleeding. If you have a fear of blood or are one of the more than 2 million people in the U.S. taking blood thinners to avoid the risk of blood clots, QuickStop! offers a quick and natural solution. New technology called M•docTM or Micro Dispersed Oxidized Cellulose, is a naturally derived material that speeds up the blood clotting process. Available in a bandage or a spray, QuickStop! rapidly absorbs the blood from minor, surface skin injuries and forms a protective layer over the wound.
“Preparedness is all about having the right tools at your fingertips, yet a recent national poll revealed that 44% of U.S. adults don’t have first aid kits,” says Martie Moore, chief nursing officer, CURAD, and advisor to the American Nurses Foundation of the American Nurses Association. “CURAD now makes it possible to bring hospital advances home so consumers don’t feel caught off guard with life’s unexpected mishaps involving minor cuts, burns and bleeds. Innovation doesn’t have to be intimidating so look for products that are hospital grade and clinically tested to help improve wound care, comfort and your confidence.”
Truly Ouchless! Plastic
Last summer, CURAD introduced Truly Ouchless!® , a flex fabric line specifically designed with an innovative release adhesive so bandage removal is less painful than typical bandages. Now, Ouchless technology has taken things to the next level with new Truly Ouchless® Plastic making it even easier to secure after you’ve taken a peek at healing wounds and re-apply it.
Medline, the parent company of CURAD, is deeply rooted in healthcare and innovation. Medline is a leading expert in advanced wound care and hospital advances. CURAD brings advanced technology home by offering innovative solutions for a broad range of health concerns. These innovative products won’t break the bank and can help take the guesswork out of life’s every day emergencies.
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Soothe & Cool, QuickStop! and Truly Ouchless! Plastic are now available at Walgreens and other leading retailers are being added daily. Learn more by visiting www.curad.com.
About CURAD
Since being acquired by Medline in 2007, the CURAD brand has been re-energized – introducing many innovative solutions for a broad range of health concerns. With new Truly Ouchless™ adhesive technology, rugged Performance Series™ bandages and tapes, and advanced options like hydrocolloid, antibacterial bandages, super absorbent dressings and foam bandages, CURAD remains at the forefront of creating hospital-quality products for home use. Learn more at www.curad.com.
About Medline
Medline is a global manufacturer and distributor serving the health care industry with medical supplies and clinical solutions that help customers achieve both clinical and financial success. Headquartered in Mundelein, Ill., the company offers 350,000+ medical devices and support services through more than 1,200 direct sales representatives who are dedicated points of contact for customers across the continuum of care. For more information on Medline, go to www.medline.com or http://www.medline.com/social-media to connect with Medline on its social media channels.
Contacts
Medline
Vivika Panagiotakakos, (847) 643-3311
vpanagiotakakos@medline.com
