Our 2024 State of the Survivor Report offers a valuable opportunity to assess the evolving needs of burn survivors while identifying gaps in care, support, and advocacy.

While this report provides important findings, we acknowledge that it represents only a portion of the broader survivor community and may not fully capture the diversity of experiences within it.

No More Trauma - A Note from our REport Sponsor, Mölnlycke Health Care

Burns are painful injuries and can cause life-changing trauma. No one knows better than burn survivors what the burn healing process and treatment feel like. 

The 2024 State of the Survivor Report has highlighted that 58% of respondents reported experiencing pain as a result of their burn injury over the preceding 12 months. 

Reducing trauma is key, particularly as we know that pain and stress can contribute to delayed healing. 74% of patients report experiencing moderate to severe pain at dressing changes, making this an obvious place to start.

According to a global panel of experts, the ideal burn dressing should not stick to the wound, allow for pain-free dressing removal (and fewer dressing changes), and have anti-infective properties. Of the expert panel, 95% believe that the choice of burn dressing affects clinical outcomes. 

The Mölnlycke burn care product portfolio makes no compromises. With the gentle Safetac® interface, our products provide effective care and help reduce pain and suffering at every step of the way – including dressing changes. This means undisturbed wound healing, improved cost-effectiveness, and a less traumatic patient experience. 

To learn more about gentle burn care, visit our burn care solutions page.