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Camstent clinical study published in Antibiotics highlights infection reduction breakthrough
Camstent is a Cambridge, UK–based company that has developed a patented micro-thin polymer coating designed to inhibit biofilm formation. The Camstent Bacteriaphobic® coating can be applied to silicone and a wide range of other plastic surfaces. This technology has been...
ERIC Conference, Together for 35 years: leading change in paediatric bowel and bladder health
ERIC, The Children’s Bowel & Bladder Charity, are back with their biennial conference. Healthcare professionals can expect talks on cutting-edge research, interactive workshops, practical demonstrations and much more. ERIC’s 2026 conference is a chance for professionals across the field of...
Prostate Scotland launches updated resource to support men considering active surveillance for early prostate cancer
Prostate Scotland has launched an updated patient information booklet focusing on active surveillance. The resource is designed for men newly diagnosed with localised prostate cancer, helping them to understand active surveillance as a management option and supporting informed discussions with...
IBSA UK&I assumes direct commercial responsibility for ialuril® in the UK and Ireland
Transition supports continuity of supply and aligns ialuril® with IBSA’s expanding UK uro-gynaecology portfolio. Watford, UK – IBSA UK&I, the UK subsidiary of Swiss pharmaceutical company IBSA, today announces that it will assume direct responsibility for the commercialisation and distribution...
Bladder cancer: the common cancer many people still miss
For Bladder Cancer Awareness Month this May, leading charity Action Bladder Cancer UK is highlighting one of the most commonly overlooked warning signs of bladder cancer – blood in the urine. Bladder cancer is one of the most common cancers...
FRCS Urol Part 2 Viva Preparation: 80+ High-Yield Scenarios and Realistic Exam Practice
SmashUrology has launched a dedicated FRCS Urol Part 2 viva preparation platform to help candidates bridge the gap between urology knowledge and consultant-level performance in the exam setting. The Viva Bank contains over 80 high-yield scenarios covering commonly tested topics...
Urology News readers can save 10% on ACP Conference registration
The Association for Continence Professionals Annual Conference and Networking Exhibition takes place 11 – 12 May, and the Association understand that rising costs and sector-wide pressures can make attending conferences challenging. Therefore, to help support attendance at this year’s conference...
Phlebotomists, Nurses & HCAs required – Scotland
Following the launch of a groundbreaking joint initiative between EDX Medical and The Graham Fulford Charitable Trust, we will be delivering up to 25,000 prostate cancer risk tests across Scotland throughout the remainder of 2026. To support this important programme,...
Consultant Urologist featured in national portrait exhibition
Doctor Banan Osman, Consultant Urologist Surgeon at Heartlands and Solihull Hospitals, is featured in a national portrait exhibition currently on display in London. The exhibition, titled ‘Insight: Portraits of Women in Surgery’, is being held at the Hunterian Museum, part...
The Urology Foundation launches bold #NameIt penile cancer awareness campaign
The Urology Foundation launches bold #NameIt awareness campaign tapping into surprising creativity of men’s nicknames for their penis – from Big Ben to Long Dong Silver Charity campaign invites men to share the nickname they use for their penis to...
Grant Stott challenges Scottish men to talk about prostate cancer this March
Broadcaster and actor Grant Stott is urging men across Scotland to start a simple but potentially life-saving conversation this Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Grant, 58, recently had his first prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test after being inspired by Sir Chris Hoy...
Erection pills may improve heart conditions and diabetes but are underused – Prostate Cancer UK research
More than 80% of men affected by prostate cancer experience erection problems. Research in the World Journal of Men’s Health, led by Prostate Cancer UK, shows evidence that erection medication can also improve serious conditions including stroke, diabetes and enlarged...
