Beyond the Wound: Rethinking Scarring: with Dr Mary Keeling, Research Leader on Defence and Security/RAND Europe.
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In this episode, Dr Mary Keeling discusses the ground-breaking study she is leading through one of the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust’s Transformational Grants. The research is being delivered in partnership with the Scar Free Foundation, a medical research charity working to transform how scarring is prevented and treated.
Content note: this episode discusses intimate scarring, sexual function, relationships, psychological wellbeing and the impact of serious injury. It may not be suitable for younger listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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