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“Dermatitis is not just a minor irritation. It can lead to skin breakdown, infections, and real pain if we don’t act early.”  Did you know that skin problems are extremely common among people living with urinary incontinence? We spoke with Dr Claudio Pedone, geriatrician at the Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Campus Bio‑Medico in Rome, to understand…

Overview Part of Ontex’ ongoing mission is to not only provide excellent quality products, but also to help provide education and training to all of our product users. One very important group are ‘Unpaid Carers’. These are the people who are looking after their loved ones on a daily basis…

“Many patients suffer in silence, not because help doesn’t exist, but because embarrassment stops the conversation.” Did you know skin problems are common for people living with incontinence? We asked Dr. Maria Panourgia, a consultant geriatrician, working in Milton Keynes University Hospital, for simple, effective ways to keep skin healthy. Find out what the…

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,…