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30 June 2021

‘Urinary incontinence is among the most common paediatric problems and it is commonly assumed to resolve with age. Consequently, parents and clinicians often adopt a ‘wait and see’ approach. A significant proportion of children, however, continue to suffer from persistent urinary incontinence into adolescence. This article describes the development of a smartphone app to aid adherence to bladder training in young people with urinary incontinence.

26 January 2026

With the prevalence of dementia increasing, and better understanding of its links with bowel and bladder problems, a new leaflet from Bladder & Bowel UK gives an overview of ways to maintain bladder and bowel health in people living with dementia, and discusses how to prevent or reduce incontinence in this group.   

19 August 2020

Patients in the community often have a long-term catheter in place and so their management inevitably becomes the responsibility of community nurses. As urinary incontinence can cause patients discomfort and have a negative impact on their day-to-day life, it is important that healthcare professionals understand the reasons for catheterisation and are aware of the different treatment options available, such as urethral and suprapubic, in order to provide patients with the most suitable device according to their needs and lifestyle. This paper explores the issues involved with indwelling catheterisation and looks at one new product range that aims to promote patient comfort and reduce associated risks.

11 March 2020

This new digital journal has been developed to help you to excel in your job at a time when the demands made of you have never been greater. 

13 January 2023

Many people across the UK live with poor bowel health, suffering with chronic constipation and/or faecal incontinence, which can be debilitating and prevent those suffering from enjoying their best life possible. Here, Jen Lodge and Angela Crossland discuss transanal irrigation and the importance of evidence-based practice.   

21 June 2021

World Continence Week (WCW), taking place from 21–27 June, is an annual health campaign run by the World Federation for Incontinence and Pelvic Problems (WFIPP). The campaign highlights the impact that urinary incontinence can have on people’s lives and encourages sufferers to seek help to improve their quality of life.

31 January 2020

Writing for publication is now unavoidable for healthcare professionals who want to progress their career. However, it can feel like a daunting process on top of the demands of the day job and home life. This first part of our writing for publication series, provides guidance on what you need to do before you even begin to write.