The latest edition of the Be Wound Aware newsletter is now live, bringing an important message to Australians: when it comes to wounds, early awareness can make a significant difference.

Issue 5 explores some of the key issues surrounding chronic wounds, including the connection between diabetes and foot health, the role nutrition plays in wound healing, and how Australians can get involved in Wound Awareness Week 2026.

Diabetes and wound health in the spotlight

For someone living with diabetes, a small cut, blister or sore on the foot can become a much bigger health concern if it goes unnoticed or fails to heal.

Issue 5 highlights the importance of regular foot checks, recognising changes early and seeking professional advice when a wound is not healing as expected.

With approximately 50,000 Australians living with a diabetes-related foot ulcer and another 300,000 at risk, raising awareness of prevention and early intervention is critical.

Wound Awareness Week 2026: SOS – Save Our Skin

The latest newsletter also builds momentum towards Wound Awareness Week 2026 (28 September to 4 October).

This year's campaign theme, Be Wound Aware SOS: Save Our Skin, puts the spotlight firmly on our skin and its vital role as the body's first line of defence.

With more than 450,000 Australians living with chronic, hard-to-heal wounds, improving awareness is an important step towards prevention, earlier treatment and better quality of life.

Wound Awareness Week provides an opportunity for healthcare professionals, organisations, consumers, carers and communities to come together and start conversations about wound health.

Read Issue 5 today

From diabetes and foot health to nutrition and the upcoming national awareness campaign, Issue 5 of Be Wound Aware provides information for anyone wanting to better understand wounds and their impact.

Join the conversation, share the message and help spread the word about wound awareness.

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