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Chronic Wound Consumables Scheme
What is CWCS?
Supporting Access to Better Wound Care: The Chronic Wound Consumables Scheme
Every chronic wound deserves access to the right care, at the right time.
The Chronic Wound Consumables Scheme (CWCS) is a government initiative designed to ease the financial burden of wound care for eligible Australians living with chronic wounds. Under the scheme, patients can receive subsidised access to essential wound care consumables—such as advanced dressings, cleansers and skin protection—through their local general practice or wound care provider.
At Smith+Nephew, we welcome this important step toward equity in wound care. By improving access to proven technologies like ALLEVYN◊, IODOSORB◊, and ACTICOAT◊, the scheme empowers healthcare professionals to deliver evidence-based care and improves outcomes for patients who need it most.
Our commitment goes beyond innovation—we’re here to support clinicians with the tools, education, and resources to make every treatment count.
Learn more about the scheme Chronic Wound Consumables Scheme | Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing
For more information about our eligible product range or how we can support your clinic under the CWCS, contact your local Smith+Nephew representative.
Smith+Nephew Product Listing
Discover the Smith+Nephew range of Advanced Wound Care Products on our CWCS Catalogue.
Application Guides
ALLEVYN LIFE Application Video
Resources
Education
Chronic wounds are complex. Let’s simplify them.
General Practice / Primary Care Wound Education 2025 Webinar Series
This webinar series is tailored specifically for general practitioners and primary care nurses. This series is designed to enhance your skills and confidence in managing wounds within a community setting. Led by a diverse group of subject matter experts, each session includes presentations covering key topics in wound care.
The Ulcer Bundle
These are no ordinary wounds. They’re tricky to identify, hard to comprehend how they form, and they can take forever to heal.
What you will learn:
In our Smith+Nephew Ulcer Bundle, we’ll break down these hard-to-heal wounds. You’ll see...
- Key markers for differentiating these similar-looking ulcers
- The mysterious factors that lead to their formation
- The do’s and don’ts for treating each one
- And, how to prevent a majority of them from occurring in the first place
Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge, stay updated on best practices, and connect with experts dedicated to improving patient outcomes in wound management.
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