Bladder Health UK

02/10/2026

https://theconversation.com/lab-grown-mini-bladder-helps-explain-why-urinary-tract-infections-keep-coming-back-292397?fbclid=IwdGRleAUs5FxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mBWZkaWQWUPi_1yzcQTkuyTRRqoAhFIFClzbfVnNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR7gPWZQgPiGI-ubLUerZbZS3FcFiUUryG0-v-nzqwiLV49ddlmGVBMur929MQ_aem_hS1R1fN2Z5qPYe0mZBIJtw

New research suggests some UTI-causing bacteria can survive antibiotics deep in bladder tissue, helping explain why infections sometimes return.

26/09/2026

An interesting article on research into Urovaxom https://www.news-medical.net/news/20260925/Existing-drug-helps-bladder-cells-destroy-hidden-urinary-tract-infections.aspx?fbclid=IwdGRleAUkvoRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mBWZkaWQWUPIaKBEuf7Z_9zKL2IfuRwH1Xri7_3NydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR4tV-v7zyA01v8_OG1YxKKPpYdlwiQP5hzmKd2iFRVeGEHT11qD-aos6INzPw_aem_1fD8tcyDvoziFuGzvaEMPw

Urinary tract infections, or UTIs, are among the most common bacterial infections, caused mostly by the uropathogenic bacterium Escherichia coli. But even after antibiotic treatment, a large number of patients experience another UTI.

21/09/2026

Last chance to book onto Tomorrows webinar!
Do you find yourself:
💜 Needing the toilet more often?
💜 Experiencing increased urgency?
💜 Struggling with recurring UTIs?
💜 Wondering whether menopause could be affecting your bladder?
Join our expert webinar tomorrow evening to learn how nutrition and lifestyle approaches may help support bladder health during menopause.

https://events.humanitix.com/bladder-health-and-menopause-a-nutrition-and-lifestyle-approach?

✔ Practical advice ✔ Expert guidance ✔ Live Q&A

17/09/2026

Struggling with menopause? Join us for this informative webinar to help reduce UTI occurrences with nutrition and lifestyle. Don't forget if you are a member, you will have received an email invitation enabling you to join free of charge. If you are a non-member, you can join by purchasing a ticket at the following link https://events.humanitix.com/bladder-health-and-menopause-a-nutrition-and-lifestyle-approach

14/09/2026

11/09/2026

Healthcare Professionals

Book here: https://events.humanitix.com/ketamine-induced-uropathy-emerging-challenges-and-effective-interventions

IC Awareness Month is also a chance to highlight emerging bladder health challenges.

On the 4th November 2026, we’re hosting a specialist HCP-only study day on ketamine-induced uropathy, a growing issue affecting bladder pain, urgency and long-term bladder damage.
Raising awareness helps clinicians recognise symptoms earlier and support patients better.

Healthcare professionals can register now.

08/09/2026

Huge congratulations to Darren at iMEDicare – Pelvic Health Naturally team, who reached Triglav in Slovenia to raise funds for Bladder Health UK.

Your dedication and energy help us support people living with bladder conditions across the UK, thank you for taking our mission to new heights!

Donate or learn more: https://www.justgiving.com/page/imedicare-pelvic-health-naturally-5

08/09/2026

TONIGHT! Last chance to book tickets for tonight’s UTI Testing Webinar (Sold out for members!)

Book here: https://events.humanitix.com/understanding-uti-testing-what-are-your-options

If you’re living with ongoing UTI symptoms,especially when tests keep coming back “normal” this is your final opportunity to join a session that could finally help things make sense.

02/09/2026

Still getting “no infection found” even when your symptoms are very real? You’re not imagining it and you’re not alone.

BOOK HERE: https://events.humanitix.com/understanding-uti-testing-what-are-your-options

Join Bladder Health UK and Tota's webinar on Tuesday 8th September for a clear, supportive session that finally explains why standard tests sometimes miss infections and what today’s testing options actually show.

If you’ve ever felt dismissed, confused, or stuck… this webinar is your chance to feel informed, empowered and heard.

Free for BHUK members
Live Q&A
Online evening session
Book your place now as places are selling fast!

02/09/2026

Apologies our advice line will be closed today, Wednesday 2 September - we will be back Friday!