Information day on pressure sore prevention

Journée d'information sur la prévention des escarres durant l'hospitalisation et à domicile - Hôpital Erasme - 17/11/26

Pressure ulcers are lesions of the skin and tissues that may develop when a person remains in the same position for a prolonged period. They can affect anyone with reduced mobility, particularly during a hospital stay.

How can pressure ulcers be prevented, and what are the right steps to take?

On 17 November, the multidisciplinary teams of the H.U.B Pressure Ulcer Screening and Prevention Group invite you to an information and awareness stand dedicated to pressure ulcer prevention. Come and discover simple measures and practical advice that help protect the skin and preserve the comfort of people at risk, both during their hospital stay and at home.

📅 Tuesday 17 November 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
📍 Main hall of Erasmus Hospital
🎟️ Free and open to everyone

An opportunity to find out more, ask questions and better understand how to prevent pressure ulcers from developing.