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Wounds in Our City: Chicago’s Hidden Health Crisis
Uncovering the truth about chronic wounds and underserved care in our neighborhoods
In cities like Chicago, chronic wounds are more than a medical issue, they’re a silent epidemic that affects thousands of residents, particularly in underserved and aging communities. At Chicago Mobile Health, we see this crisis up close, every day. We're not just treating wounds, we’re advocating for change, equity and early access to care.
The Problem No One Talks About
Chronic wounds, like diabetic foot ulcers, pressure injuries and non-healing leg wounds are affecting people in every zip code, but especially in:
South and West Side neighborhoods
Communities with limited access to primary care
Seniors living alone or in under-resourced facilities
Individuals with unmanaged diabetes or vascular conditions
Many suffer quietly, not realizing that delayed wound care can lead to:
Infections
Hospitalizations
Amputations
Life-threatening complications
These aren’t isolated cases. Wound-related hospital admissions in Chicago are rising and so are preventable amputations.
Why Wounds Are Going Untreated
Several barriers are driving this hidden health crisis:
Lack of transportation to wound clinics
Limited Medicare knowledge (many don't realize wound care is covered)
Stigma and fear of being judged for wound appearance
Shortage of specialists who offer at-home services
Disparities in facility care, especially in long-term care homes
These wounds worsen with time. What starts as a small blister or cut can become life-altering if left unaddressed.
How We’re Taking Action, One Patient at a Time
Chicago Mobile Health was founded to fill these gaps. We provide mobile, hospital-level wound care in the places patients live: homes, assisted living centers, nursing homes and rehab facilities.
Our mission is simple:
Reduce wound-related ER visits and hospital stays
Prevent avoidable amputations
Bring expert care to the doorsteps of those who need it most
Educate patients and caregivers before wounds become critical
We believe that zip code should never determine wound outcomes and we’re actively working to level the playing field.
How Mobile Wound Care Makes a Difference
On-site advanced treatments, including CAMPs and CPTs
Weekly wound evaluations by specialized providers
Partnerships with primary care and home health teams
Access to education and caregiver tools
Earlier identification of vascular or diabetic complications
Our mobile team reduces the need for risky transportation and makes sure no patient slips through the cracks.
Join Us in Changing the Narrative
You can be part of the solution. Whether you’re a family caregiver, medical professional or facility administrator, your awareness matters.
Talk to your loved ones about wounds
Don’t delay care, even for small issues
Help others understand their Medicare wound care options
Contact us to bring mobile wound care to your facility or community
We’re Here to Heal Chicago, One Home at a Time
If you or someone you know is struggling with a chronic or non-healing wound, don’t wait. Reach out to our care team. Together, we can end the silence and bring care to every corner of Chicago.
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