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As an Ontex nurse advisor, one of the most meaningful parts of my work is supporting continence teams, patients, and their caregivers through challenges that often go far beyond choosing a product. Every situation is deeply personal, and sometimes a small, human solution can make a world of difference. Recently,…

Incontinence affects millions of individuals across the UK, yet it remains a condition often managed in silence—particularly in professional settings. We understand the physical and emotional challenges that continence issues can present, especially in the workplace. With the right strategies, products, and mindset, it is entirely possible to maintain comfort,…

Overview Following a review of continence product usage and expenditure, University Hospitals of Derby and Burton (UHDB) – Royal Derby Hospital identified unusually high usage of certain continence products. The aim was to establish a standardised product formulary across all five hospital sites, evaluate usage patterns, and understand variation in…

We live in a world where almost everything is shared. People talk openly about fitness routines, diets, even intimate health topics such as menopause or erectile dysfunction. Yet one issue continues to exist in near silence: incontinence. Despite affecting hundreds of millions of people worldwide, bladder and bowel leaks remain one of the most hidden…

I never imagined I would write about this, let alone live it. I’m a 54-year-old man, reasonably healthy, active, and like many others, proud of being independent. Yet, over the last few years, I’ve learned firsthand what it means to live with male incontinence – a topic men rarely talk about, but one that deserves far more attention.  The…