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27/03/2025

I'd like to introduce myself - I'm Rebecca Linssen, the editor of UCCT. We're keen to ensure that all the content on UCCT is relevant and useful to users, so please feel free to contact me with any suggestions for topics that you would like to see covered.

I'm keen to include clinical articles, case reports, quality improvement projects and anything else that would be helpful to those working in urology and continence care.

I look forward to hearing from you.

12/03/2025

is finally here and the doors are open! A huge welcome to everyone joining us today - we can't wait for you to dive in to the invaluable sessions we have in store 📚 Make sure to tag us in any posts you share by using , we love to hear about your experience and see your wonderful photos 📸

05/03/2025

📚 Invest in Your Professional Growth with UCCT's Personal Development Hub!

Continence care is constantly evolving, and staying ahead means continuously developing your skills. The UCCT Personal Development Hub is designed to support healthcare professionals like you in building leadership, expanding clinical knowledge, and enhancing patient care.

🔹 Access expert-led insights and practical learning tools
🔹 Stay updated on the latest advancements in urology and continence care
🔹 Strengthen your leadership and decision-making skills in clinical settings

Whether you’re looking to refine your expertise or explore new career development opportunities, our resources can help you take the next step.

Start exploring today: https://www.ucc-today.com/personal-development

In this section find useful resources to help support you in creating a personal development portfolio.

29/01/2025

📰 The January edition of our CLP newsletter is here!

Explore this month’s updates, including a new evidence-based practice series, a fascinating case study, and tools like the Me+ Pre-consultation checklist to enhance patient care.

📖 Read the full newsletter: https://www.ucc-today.com/enewsletter/web-version/0b84152b976c1d6100e3f7d3337c5d25d45cda9e/1393

If you're passionate about advancing continence care and developing clinical leadership skills, join the CLP for Continence Care Facebook group, connect with like-minded professionals, engage in discussions, and access exclusive resources: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1112412826408194/

24/01/2025

On this International Day of Education, let’s celebrate the power of knowledge and its role in transforming continence care. 🌍

The UCCT Learning Zone is here to support healthcare professionals with evidence-based resources, expert insights, and tools to enhance your skills and provide the best care for your patients.
Whether you're exploring the latest research or brushing up on clinical techniques, the Learning Zone is your hub for continued growth and education.

Empower yourself and your team by diving into our resources today: https://www.ucc-today.com/learning-zone

07/01/2025

As we welcome 2025, it's an excellent time to reflect on how we can further enhance continence care practices 🌟

Catheter-associated infections remain a critical concern, impacting patient outcomes and overall care quality.

This article delves into evidence-based strategies for reducing infections, empowering you to improve safety and care standards in your practice: https://www.ucc-today.com/journals/issue/launch-edition/article/reducing-catheter-associated-infections

01/01/2025

Happy New Year from all of us at Wound Care People! 🎉

As we welcome 2025, we want to thank our incredible community for your support, dedication, and passion throughout the past year.

Here’s to another year of learning, growth, and making a difference together. Wishing you all health, happiness, and success in the year ahead! ✨

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25/12/2024

🎄Wishing our wonderful community of healthcare professionals a joyful and peaceful day.

Thank you for your support, dedication, and contributions throughout the year. We hope you take a moment to relax, recharge, and celebrate. 💙

Happy Holidays from all of us at UCCT!

20/12/2024

❄️ Did you know hydration is key during colder months? Patients with continence challenges often reduce their water intake in winter.

Explore these tips to support hydration and bladder health during the festive season.

Learn more: https://www.ucc-today.com/hydration-and-bladder-health

13/12/2024

We’ve been having important discussions in our CLP group about patients’ emotional needs around intermittent catheterisation.

Through a series of questions, we’ve explored how emotional wellbeing impacts care and how healthcare professionals can provide better support. 💙

Join the conversation and share your insights in our CLP for Continence Care Facebook group! Together, we’re building a supportive community for clinicians.

📲 Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1112412826408194/

20/11/2024

Continence care is constantly evolving! 👩‍🔬

Stay up-to-date with the latest research and strategies for managing chronic bladder conditions using intermittent catheterisation in women.

Learn more about unique FeelClean Technology™ and how it can benefit your patients: https://www.ucc-today.com/gentlecath-air-feelclean-technology

14/11/2024

As we move through the school year, let’s focus on supporting children with continence challenges. 👩‍👧

This UCCT article highlights the importance of early intervention and the significant impact it can have on this patient group and their families.

Read more: https://www.ucc-today.com/journal-content-pages/find-out-whats-new-in-paediatric-continence

07/11/2024

Is coaching the game-changer for developing the next generation of nurse leaders?

Catherine Best explores how collaboration and coaching can help nurses thrive under pressure and enhance their leadership skills.💡

Find out how we can empower and elevate our practice together.

Read more: https://www.ucc-today.com/journal-content-pages/can-coaching-be-the-answer-to-developing-nurse-leaders

04/11/2024

Me+ has been officially launched at the BAUN Conference! 🎉

Visit the Convatec me+ stand to learn more about the resources me+ offers for both healthcare professionals and patients.

Didn’t make it to BAUN this year? Explore the full range of support tools online at https://www.convatec.com/en-gb/continence-care/for-healthcare-professionals/meplus-education-support-tools/

01/11/2024

Are you interested in helping shape our Clinical Leadership Programme for 2025?

If you're attending BAUN in Liverpool, come meet the UCCT/CLP team in the exhibition hall and find out more!

We’d love to hear your feedback and ideas on how the CLP can better support you and your practice.

Together, let’s continue to drive excellence in continence care.

Join our CLP for Continence Care Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1112412826408194/

30/10/2024

Heading to the BAUN Conference in Liverpool? Don't forget to attend the Convatec symposium on Empowering patients: using emotional wellbeing strategies to improve patient confidence and outcomes.💪

This is an excellent opportunity to hear Dr. Sula Windgassen, and Dr. Angie Rantell explore strategies that strengthen patient care and confidence.

Don't miss it on Monday, November 4th, from 08:00 - 09:00 in Room 11!👥

23/10/2024

Looking for a more comfortable IC solution for your female patients? 🚺

The new Gentlecath Air™ with FeelClean Technology™ is designed to enhance comfort and cleanliness during intermittent catheterization.

Don’t just take our word for it, dive into the evidence and see how this product could make a difference to your patients.

Read more: https://www.ucc-today.com/journal-content-pages/gentlecathair-catheters-with-feelclean-technology

16/10/2024

Introducing Convatec Continence Care me+! 🎉

Convatec me+ is a new support programme to enable confident living with intermittent catheterisation. me+ provides a range of free, evidence-based, peer-reviewed resources for healthcare professionals and patients no matter what the stage of the patient journey.

There are tools, checklists, personalised video and more to guide pre-consultation and patient conversations and to provide ongoing support, including psychological support and wellbeing modules.

Everything is developed by global experts so that me+ empowers you to guide your patients confidently through their continence care journey.

💻 Explore me+ today and enhance the quality of your continence care practice.

Visit https://www.convatec.com/en-gb/continence-care/for-healthcare-professionals/meplus-education-support-tools/ to discover the tools available for you and your patients.