What Is Wound Healing Awareness Month? Here’s Why It Matters

Every June, healthcare professionals and patient advocates take time to spotlight a growing public health concern — chronic wounds. Wound Healing Awareness Month was established to raise awareness about the impact of wounds, the importance of early intervention, and the resources available to support recovery. At WoundFree, we believe that education is one of the most powerful tools in wound recovery. Whether you're a patient, a caregiver, or a clinician, understanding the "why" behind this month can lead to better outcomes for everyone.

Why Wound Awareness Matters

An estimated 8 million Americans live with chronic wounds — often caused by diabetes, poor circulation, pressure injuries, or post-surgical complications. These wounds aren’t just skin-deep. They can lead to serious infections, hospitalizations, loss of mobility, and in some cases, amputation. Despite their prevalence, wounds are often underdiagnosed, undertreated, or misunderstood. That’s what makes Wound Healing Awareness Month so important: it brings attention to a condition that affects millions but doesn’t always get the spotlight.

Goals of Wound Healing Awareness Month

Wound Healing Awareness Month serves as a reminder of how important it is to recognize, understand, and respond to wounds before they become more serious. The goals of this national awareness month include:

• Educating the public about the causes and risks of chronic wounds

• Encouraging early treatment and consistent wound monitoring

• Supporting caregivers and families managing wound care at home

• Recognizing the work of wound care professionals across all care settings

• Promoting prevention strategies, especially for those at higher risk
  

Who’s at Risk?

Anyone can experience a wound that struggles to recover, but certain groups face higher risks:

• People with diabetes

• Adults with poor circulation or venous insufficiency

• Seniors with limited mobility

• Patients with recent surgical wounds

• Individuals with a history of pressure injuries or ulcers

Raising awareness within these groups — and educating providers about risk factors — is a central goal of this month.

How You Can Participate

You don’t need to be a medical professional to make a difference during Wound Healing Awareness Month. Here are a few simple ways to get involved:

• Share information with friends, family, or on social media

• Encourage routine wound checks for loved ones with diabetes or mobility issues

• Ask your provider about their wound care protocols

• Stay informed — explore articles, webinars, and community resources focused on wound recovery
  

Building Awareness, Supporting Recovery

Wounds don’t just affect the skin — they impact quality of life. When we improve awareness, we make space for earlier diagnosis, better care, and safer recovery for those who need it most.

At WoundFree, our mission is to provide accessible, accurate information that supports patients, caregivers, and clinicians alike. Because recovery starts with education.