“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…
Navigating Incontinence in the Workplace
- 11/25/2025
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,…
Case Study – Transforming Continence Care with UHDB (University Hospitals of Derby and Burton
- 10/23/2025
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…
