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Are your incontinence products safe for your skin?

July 20, 2022

When it comes to finding the right incontinence product to manage your bladder leaks, absorbency is king, which is understandable. The experience of, or the fear of having, an uncontrolled leak is so stressful that, when surveyed: 
27% of women with incontinence get less sleep
50% of women with incontinence worry about laughing in public
75% of women with incontinence avoid group exercise
56% of women with incontinence avoid social events

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Full report on the EPF Congress 2022 and a survey

July 19, 2022

📢 Thank you to everyone who participated in the EPF Congress 2022! The EPF Congress 2022 was an incredible success! Thank you to all of you who joined us at the DoubleTree Hotel in Brussels on 23 and 24 June 2022 and to those who joined online. We are eager to continue the conversation on digital […]

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Joint statement by the leading patient group WFIPP and MUVON Therapeutics AG

July 19, 2022

Today, the World Federation of Incontinence and Pelvic Problems (WFIPP) released a statement of partnership and collaboration with award-winning MUVON Therapeutics AG exponentially enhancing global awareness and knowledge on novel experimental breakthrough treatment options for stress-urinary incontinence though an educational program.

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Why proper diagnostic tests are important for people with incontinence

July 18, 2022

Know for Sure… Why proper diagnostic tests are important for people with incontinence When your doctor suggests a treatment for your incontinence, it’s important for them to be as sure as possible that the treatment is really right for you. This is especially true if they propose surgery, which carries risks of its own and […]

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People with incontinence deserve objective diagnosis

July 18, 2022

Across medical fields, objective diagnosis is the cornerstone of clinical decision-making. There is no reason why functional urology should be an exception. While incontinence may not be life-threatening, it can significantly impact quality of life – as can its management. In most cases, the bladder is an unreliable witness with regard to the underlying cause […]

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NAFC Better Bladder & Bowel Health

July 18, 2022

Have you ever looked in the toilet after using the bathroom and been shocked by what you see? It’s normal for the color of our urine to vary from time to time, even throughout the day. What you eat and drink, and the medications and vitamins you take can cause your urine to range in color from an almost transparent color to a bright yellow. 

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EAU Congress 4th July Patient Day – Roundtable discussions Sustainable Continence Care

June 23, 2022

 The Roundtable discussion: Sustainable Continence Care in Amsterdam will be an event that you do not want to miss!
Continence aids help manage the symptoms of poor bladder and bowel control. They may be used for a short time during treatment or long term if poor bladder or bowel control can’t be cured. Continence products include absorbent pads and pants, bed pads and chair pads. The majority of continence products sold are disposable and are going to landfill after a single use.

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Free UROwebinar on 21st June at 18.30 hrs (CEST)

June 15, 2022

The EAU is inviting you to join the latest UROwebinar “Specialised management of OAB: sacral neuromodulation or Botulinum toxin A injection: What’s the best treatment for which patient?”, which is organised by the European School of Urology (ESU).

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Inkontinex – the Swiss Society of bladder problems

June 8, 2022

During World Continence Week 2022, the Swiss Society of Bladder Problems will organize 3 events/webinars (in German only). There are no costs involved. All details can be found in the enclosed leaflets.

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NAFC, the “Life Without Leaks” podcast series

June 7, 2022

NAFC is incredibly excited to share with you their newest resource from NAFC, the “Life Without Leaks” podcast series. The bi-weekly series offers patient-friendly, in-depth information, and insights on the management and treatment of incontinence. The podcast features conversations with accomplished physicians, therapeutic innovators, patients learning to live with their condition, and other experts who […]

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OAB – OverActive Bladder Syndrome

June 7, 2022

OAB – OverActive Bladder Syndrome

This animated video is about overactive bladder syndrome (OAB) and describes the symptoms, tests and treatments. OAB is a common condition and can affect both men and women. It affects around 22 million adults in Europe. 

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NEW SURVEY ✍🏽 Experiences with Patient Involvement in Health Technology Assessment (HTA) in Europe

May 25, 2022

SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE! Following the 12 May introductory webinar on how patients perceive involvement in HTA processes, the 360 HTA Patient Involvement partners have launched a survey to better understand how patients are involved in HTA currently, and how to do it better in the future. All stakeholder groups (patience, carers, industry, academics, health care providers, HTA agencies) who […]

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Bladder health: “Breaking Boundaries”

May 25, 2022

Bladder health: “Breaking Boundaries”
Bladder Health UK and ITN Productions Industry News have produced a news-style programme Bladder Health: Breaking Boundaries to raise awareness and understanding of bladder health, addressing the stigma and challenges for sufferers and exploring research and treatments in the field.

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EAU Patient Day at the 37th Annual EAU Congress on 4th July, 2022

May 20, 2022

The EAU22 Patient Day in Amsterdam will be an event that you do not want to miss. Corinne Tillier, uro-oncology Nurse Practitioner at the Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, PhD student and EAUN Board member, encourages nurses to attend Patient Day!

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Swiss association of bladder problems

May 11, 2022

The Swiss Association of Bladder Problems will organize a series of 9 webinars (in German) for people living with bladder problems. The first webinar will be on Tuesday 17th May at 19.00 hrs (one hour). You can attend the webinar for free. Please send a mail to info@inkontinex.ch to obtain the zoom access code.

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MAPLe New effective treatment of Pelvic Floor Dysfunctions – Novuqare

May 11, 2022

FREE online DEMO MAPLe® – A targeted and effective treatment of Pelvic Floor Dysfunctions starts with an accurate diagnosis (EMG / ElectroMyoGraphy). With MAPLe one can really make the difference for the patient and take the diagnosis and treatment of Pelvic Floor Dysfunctions in the hospital and pelvic floor physiotherapy practice to a higher level. MAPLe is developed for […]

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