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IBS study
Take part in a future IBS study People living with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in Leigh and the surrounding area could have the opportunity to contribute to important healthcare research through a new clinical research study. RENEW-IBS is a clinical study looking at whether…
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APPRAISE Study
Have you had surgery for prolapse, stress urinary incontinence or mesh complications? Could you help us with our research to improve patient experiences? Please follow the link below for more information and take part:…
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Visceral Pain Study
The University of Cambridge are involved in a study aimed at better understanding visceral pain through the experiences of people living with their condition. This will help the NHS to develop services and offer patients more effective interventions and support to address the…
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Sacral Nerve Stimulation (SNM) Study
Provided by: Amber Theraputics Shape the future of women’s health technology. Amber Therapeutics are looking for women in the UK to take part in a friendly, in-person focus group to share your experiences with your current device controller — the good, the bad, and everything in…
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Chronic bladder pain study
Provided by: University College London Research approved by UCL Ethics Committee (ID number: 2182/002) Who are we? We invite you to take part in a study of chronic bladder pain. The research is being carried out at University College London (UCL), supervised by Professor Amanda…
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Shape the Future of Incontinence Care
Grace & Green is a UK-based ethical, hygiene brand looking for participants of all genders to join the final testing phase of our new reusable incontinence pants. Your insights will directly shape kinder, more effective, and more environmentally-friendly products, as well as…
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How Does The Menopause Affect Your Bladder?
World Menopause Day and an opportunity to discuss a change in life that affects every single woman at some point. Menopause appears to be one of those taboo subjects where women will just ‘put up’ with menopausal symptoms. For some women though, menopause can be quite…
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Bladder Failure: A Disability to Accommodate not an Illness to Hide
Paul Hackett is the founder of Bladder Failure UK and Visiting Professor of Health Research Methods at the University of Suffolk. He lives with non-neurogenic bladder failure, managed through regular clean intermittent self-catheterisation. Here he sets out why he feels the…
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EXCLUSIVE Stoma Webinar
Join our exclusive Stoma Webinar for Bladder & Bowel Community members, to help you manage life with a stoma. Find out more. The post EXCLUSIVE Stoma Webinar appeared first on Bladder & Bowel Community .
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From Leg Pain, to Faecal Incontinence
Helen’s story starts as many of ours do… she was healthy, and active in her 50’s, when an unfortunate fall started what would become a series of health challenges. Here she sets out what happened to her, and bravely shares how she managed on the road to recovery. I was in my…
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Researching The Lives of Young People with an Ostomy
Poppy's work focuses on sharing the experiences of young Ostomates, and learning about their daily lives, identities and relationships. The post Researching The Lives of Young People with an Ostomy appeared first on Bladder & Bowel Community .
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Planning Ahead for Dry Days Out
It’s been the hottest year on record, with wild fires and temperatures tipping the balance, causing immense concern for our environment on a global scale. When it comes to our hydration and bladder health, it’s easy to think we’re drinking enough, but are you really? Do you…
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Wessex Stoma Group offers a lifeline in and around Salisbury
It may save your life but being told you need stoma surgery is never an easy thing to hear. Even with the support of friends and family, the impact of a new stoma on your mental and physical health can be immense – how it functions, daily care and hygiene and figuring out your…
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Let’s get REAL about incontinence
AD This article contains links In the UK, there are an estimated 14 million people living with a bladder problem according to NHS England, which is around 20% of the population. If you’re out with a group of 9 friends, 2 of you could be living with incontinence. For a topic…
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Have you tried our new Trinity Samples?
AD This article contains links In March 2026 we launched the highly sought after Trinity stoma care products, and celebrated with some samples for the very special ostomates in our community. The stylish design is a refreshing change from the usual minimal style used for many…
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Loneliness Awareness Week 2026
Thousands of people will be coming together to raise awareness on social media and holding events across the world as part of Loneliness Awareness Week. It’s about more than being in the same space as someone – it’s about being connected. In this article, Marmalade Trust offer…
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Cervical Cancer
What is Cervical Cancer? Cervical cancer is caused by abnormal cells in the cervix, the opening between the vagina and the womb, which can develop into cancer. Anyone with a cervix can get cervical cancer, but it is most common in women aged between 30 and 35. This is why the…
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How Does The Bowel Work?
The bowel is part of our digestive system and it works to digest the food we eat, absorb the goodness and nutrients into our blood stream, then process and expel the waste that the body cannot use. The post How Does The Bowel Work? appeared first on Bladder & Bowel Community .
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What is the Pelvic Floor?
Both women and men have pelvic floor muscles. These are layers of muscle that stretch from the pubic bone to the coccyx and from side to side. The post What is the Pelvic Floor? appeared first on Bladder & Bowel Community .
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Finding Hope after Rectal Prolapse
Catherine started experiencing rectal prolapse in 2020, the height of the pandemic. Read her story here. The post Finding Hope after Rectal Prolapse appeared first on Bladder & Bowel Community .