Continence

 

 

05 Jun 12 edition

Starting healthy habits early

Children’s self-esteem and confidence can be badly affected by problems associated with continence, writes Janine Armocida.

Countering incontinence with patience

Understanding cultural differences is important when dealing with older people from different ethnic backgrounds. By Cathy Wever.

 

04 Oct 11 edition

The wider impact of child bed-wetting

Important factors affecting the quality of life of Australian school children with urinary incontinence have been identified, Linda Belardi reports.

Incontinence hits the young and healthy

A study has revealed a significant rate of urinary problems among young women unrelated to pregnancy or childbirth. By Linda Belardi.

 

03 Aug 11 edition

Flat abs... flawed 'floor'?

Women get told to do to their pelvic floor exercises. Now they are told some gym exercises can undo the good work and even flaw the 'floor'. Fiona Cassie finds out more about the Pelvic Floor First campaign.

Talking about the unmentionable

Incontinence is a taboo health issue in ethnic communities, reveals report. By Annie May.

 

01 Oct 10 edition

Committee delivers better care

How one provider is ensuring its continence products meet its standards.

 

06 Apr 10 edition

Treating a hidden issue

The often hidden issue of incontinence can be treated, improved and often cured, writes Anne Ramus.

Diagnosing diarrhoea

Gaye Philpott looks at faecal incontinence.

 

03 Nov 09 edition

Electronic underpants skin friendly

New technology is making the lives of incontinence sufferers and carers easier.

 

06 Oct 09 edition

Ending the embarrassment

An award winning UK invention that brought women back out of hiding has now arrived in Australia.

A little care goes a long way

Improving the quality of life for residents with catheters. By Andrea Lord.

 

03 Mar 09 edition

Saving skin from irritation and infection

Reducing the risk of IAD is the focus of a new care plan.

 

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