How do we work with sustainability at Wellspect?
Posted by Gosia Kowalewska, October 23 2020
In an interview with Åsa Westling, Senior R&D Scientist and Eva Wahlberg, Vice President R&D, we look into how Wellspect uses life cycle assessment to reduce the environmental impact of its products and processes.
Read MoreTopics: Sustainability, Catheterisation
A quick guide to different types of catheters
Posted by Helen Ledger, August 13 2020
Unless you need to start using a catheter, it is unlikely that you would know much about it. And we know that at first it seems scary, difficult and intimidating, but as soon as you learn the technique, it will become a habit like any other daily routine.
Start here to sort out the basic concepts and terms! If you want to learn more, we can point you in the right direction.
Topics: ISC, Self-catheterisation, Catheterisation
Proud to catheterise
Posted by Gosia Kowalewska, June 26 2020
After being told in her 30s that she would need to catheterise for the rest of her life, Serena Green felt humiliated. Now she is proud to catheterise but her journey to acceptance in the years following involved friends, family and healthcare professionals.
Read MoreTopics: ISC, Self-catheterisation, Urology, Catheterisation
Loss of function = loss of dignity?
Posted by Bev Collins, November 13 2019
There’s always a measure of uncertainty when you visit the doctor. You put your fate in someone else’s hands and might feel vulnerable, especially if the topic is a bit embarrassing. We asked catheter users how they experience living with urinary issues and frequent doctor visits.
Read MoreTopics: Men's Health, Self-catheterisation, Catheterisation
Is it true that you can’t have a relationship if you catheterise?
Posted by Evie Toombes, October 16 2019
Read about 17-year old Evie and her take on the myths surrounding urological problems and catheterisation.
No one expects a young girl to use catheters. Instead we think of older people, perhaps in hospital or care homes that don't have full bladder control. Yet it is estimated that 1 in 2 of us will be affected by a urological condition in our lifetime. It just isn't always spoken about!
Topics: Self-catheterisation, Sex and Love, Sports, Catheterisation, Lifestyle