Hydrofera

28/11/2025

Gentle but naturally powerful, Hydrofera Blue® antibacterial foam dressings provide non-cytotoxic protection for wound healing and helps pull harmful bacteria-laden slough, exudate and debris away from the wound bed, resulting in a balanced healing environment.

Hydrofera Blue® foams are impregnated with two organic pigments, gentian violet and methylene blue, which are effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria and yeast.

We’re committed to providing a comprehensive wound care portfolio that helps support healing for chronic and complex wounds — safely, effectively, and with confidence. Learn more at: www.hydrofera.com

25/11/2025

Experience the trusted reliability of Hydrofera Blue® with the latest addition to the family: Hydrofera Blue READY® Tube Site Dressing.

Featuring an intuitive shape with a key-hole opening for tracheostomy tubes and other tube sites, it ensures precise placement and easy application helping absorb secretions and debris into the foam and away from the tube entry site.

Watch the step-by-step application video:

24/11/2025

Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) strategies can save lives. What is your local AMS strategy?

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing challenge that can complicate infection management and limit treatment choices. Implementing strong AMS practices is key to preserving antibiotic effectiveness.

Hydrofera Blue® antibacterial foam dressings provide a powerful alternative by managing bioburden directly at the wound site. With strong capillary action and wicking, these dressings remove harmful bacteria, slough, and exudate to support wound healing.

By adopting AMS strategies and innovative solutions like Hydrofera Blue®, clinicians can help reduce reliance on antibiotics, preserve their efficacy, and protect patient outcomes for the future.

Let’s commit to making AMS a cornerstone of wound care. Learn more at https://hydrofera.com

21/11/2025

In a retrospective study of more than 30,000 patients*, Hydrofera Blue® dressings, when used within comprehensive wound management programs, demonstrated significant clinical and economic benefits:

- 54.6% reduction in healing time
- 75.5% reduction in labor costs
- Up to 45% fewer dressing changes per week

The study found that combining Hydrofera Blue® antibacterial foam dressings with best-practice wound care protocols can improve outcomes and reduce overall treatment costs across a variety of wound types.

Read the study athttps://hydrofera.com/app/themes/bonsai/resources/assets/pdf/LA-1179.pdf

*Reference: Hurd, T. Surg Technol Int (2019)

20/11/2025

As we recognize AMR Awareness Week, we spotlight Hydrofera Blue® antibacterial foam dressings, designed to manage bioburden and support wound healing without systemic antibiotics.

With strong capillary action and powerful wicking, Hydrofera Blue® pulls harmful bacteria, slough, and exudate from the wound surface. Its innovative mode of action kills bacteria within the dressing, creating a non-cytotoxic environment that promotes healing.

By integrating this wound care solution into your healthcare protocols, you can aid in the reduction of systemic antibiotic use, manage infection effectively, and preserve antibiotic efficacy for the future.

Read the expert consensus paper on AMS strategies in wound care to learn more: https://www.hmpgloballearningnetwork.com/site/wounds/supplement/antimicrobial-resistance-wound-care-expert-panel-consensus-statements

18/11/2025

World AMR Awareness Week is here!

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing global challenge that makes infections harder to treat and slows wound healing. AMR occurs when bacteria adapt and antibiotics lose their effectiveness, making infections harder to treat and increasing patient risk.​

This week, we stand together to support antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) in wound care.

At Essity - home to advanced wound care brands like Cutimed, Hydrofera Blue, and Leukoplast USA - we’re committed to delivering innovative wound care technologies that help manage bioburden, reduce reliance on systemic antibiotics, and preserve their effectiveness for the future.

Explore evidence-based resources and solutions that empower clinicians to fight AMR: https://www.hmpgloballearningnetwork.com/site/wounds/supplement/antimicrobial-resistance-wound-care-expert-panel-consensus-statements

28/10/2025

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria adapt and antibiotics lose their effectiveness, making infections harder to treat and increasing patient risk.​

Hydrofera Blue® antibacterial foam dressings support your antimicrobial stewardship efforts by helping manage wound infections locally, reducing the need for systemic antibiotics.​

Utilizing two organic pigments—gentian volet and methylene blue—Hydrofera Blue® provides broad-spectrum antibacterial protection, promoting safer, more effective healing.​

Read the white paper and contact your Essity representative to learn how you can help be a leader in antimicrobial stewardship at https://bit.ly/4o70hzZ.

24/10/2025

Don’t miss this essential webinar for wound care professionals!

We’re excited to partner with the Surgical Infection Society (SIS) and Dr. Windy Cole, DPM, CWSP, FFPM RCPS(Glasg) for a live session on "Best Practices for Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS) in Wound Management," happening Tuesday, October 28, at 11:00 a.m. EST.

This webinar will explore key antimicrobial stewardship strategies that help balance effective infection control with responsible antibiotic use. Highlights include:
* Best practices for biofilm management and infection prevention
* Strategies to reduce reliance on systemic antibiotics
* Appropriate use of systemic and topical antimicrobial therapies, including advanced dressings like Leukoplast USA Leukomed® Sorbact®, Cutimed® Sorbact®, and Hydrofera Blue®
* Essential elements for starting an AMS program in your practice

Contact your local Essity sales representative for a discount code and registration details.

Learn more and register: https://sisna.org/best-practices-for-antimicrobial-stewardship-in-wound-management/

23/10/2025

Every year, secondary infections cause thousands of health concerns in hospitals.*

International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW) runs October 19–25, spotlighting the vital role of infection management to support patient safety.

Start with the right wound care protocol. Hydrofera Blue® antibacterial foam dressings are trusted by clinicians to help manage bioburden, absorb exudate, and support patients throughout the recovery process for both chronic and acute wounds.

Learn more about our advanced wound care solutions at www.hydrofera.com.

*https://nationaltoday.com/international-infection-prevention-week/

20/10/2025

Reducing infection risk begins with managing bioburden early and effectively. From a comprehensive wound assessment to the dressing selection, every step is critical. Hydrofera Blue® advanced wound care dressings support clinicians at each stage of the wound healing process, delivering non-cytotoxic, antibacterial protection.

14/10/2025

When it comes to wound care, one size doesn’t fit all. That’s why Hydrofera Blue® offers two distinct foam varieties designed to meet the unique needs of different wound types.​

Our Polyurethane (PU) foam is a flexible option for wounds with moderate to high exudate, while our Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) foam is built to handle heavier drainage and more complex wounds like cavities or tunneling. Both provide antibacterial, non-cytotoxic protection and help to pull harmful bacteria, slough, and exudate from the wound surface.​
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Because choosing the right foam can make all the difference in your patients' outcomes.

Learn more at https://www.hydrofera.com

10/10/2025

Join Windy Cole, DPM, CWSP, FFPM RCPS, Director of Wound Care Research at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine, and Surgical Infection Society President-Elect Lillian Kao, MD, MS, MBA, FSIS, for a comprehensive discussion on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and why it is reshaping the way clinicians approach wound care.

This important session will explore antimicrobial stewardship strategies that balance effective infection control with responsible antibiotic use — including a discussion on alternative therapy solutions from our advanced wound care line: Leukoplast USA Leukomed® Sorbact®, Cutimed® Sorbact®, and Hydrofera Blue®.

Reach out to your local Essity sales representative for more details on this upcoming event!

The growing challenge of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) demands a change in how we approach wound management. The Surgical Infection Society (SIS) and Essity invite you to a comprehensive discussion on the essential role of Antimicrobial Stewardship (AMS).

What You Will Learn:
🔬 Best practices for biofilm management and infection prevention.
🔬 Strategies to reduce reliance on systemic antibiotics.
🔬 The appropriate use of both systemic and topical antimicrobial therapies (including advanced dressings like Leukomed® Sorbact®, Cutimed® Sorbact®, and Hydrofera Blue®).
🔬 Essential elements for starting an AMS program in your practice.

Speakers:
Dr. Windy Cole Wound Care Specialist, Director of Wound Care Research at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine
Lillian Kao, MD, MS, MBA, SIS President-Elect

📅 Date: October 28
🔗 Register Today: https://sisna.org/best-practices-for-antimicrobial-stewardship-in-wound-management/