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Mid-Stream Urine Sample - plain English summary of the original clinical research article
Many women are unsure how to take a urine sample when they have a suspected urinary tract infection, research has found. Better information could improve the diagnosis and treatment of the condition.
Read moreManaging suspected lower urinary tract infection (UTI) in adult women - a great informative leaflet,
A great patient leaflet designed by SIGN (© Scottish Intercollegiate Guidelines Network) This booklet is for adult women (16 and over) who may have: • symptoms of lower urinary tract infection (UTI) • repeated episodes of UTI. Family members, friends and carers may also find the booklet helpful.
Read moreNew antibiotic appears to be effective against urinary tract infections, drug company says
Drug company GSK said Thursday the new antibiotic, called gepotidacin, works at least as well as nitrofurantoin, a current front-line medication used to treat UTIs
Read moreSeizing the Opportunity to Improve Patient Care - the Pelvic Floor Report wins a prestigious award
Bladder Health UK partnered with many other organisations to create this informative and powerful report on not only the current poor state of pelvic floor services but also recommendations on how they can be improved.
Read moreSEIZING THE OPPORTUNITY TO IMPROVE PATIENT CARE: Pelvic Floor services in 2021 and beyond
Crisis faced across UK for millions of patients with pelvic floor conditions. London, 28 April 2021 - A new report, launched today, reveals significant short-comings in the care of patients with pelvic floor disorders (PFDs) and calls for urgent action to be taken nationally and locally to improve treatment and access to surgery for people living with PFDs. Read on for further information and to download the full report.
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