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World Continence Week Information Events Announced in Essen
The Elisabeth Hospital Essen and Alfried Krupp Hospital have invited the public to join joint educational events during World Continence Week, aimed at individuals dealing with or interested in incontinence. This condition affects millions of people across Germany, regardless of age and gender. However, the topic is often overlooked and considered taboo, leaving many affected individuals reluctant to seek medical help due to shame. There are now numerous effective diagnostic and treatment options that can significantly improve quality of life. Enlightenment, pelvic floor therapies, modern aids, and surgical procedures can help alleviate or even solve incontinence issues. Openly discussing the problem is the first step towards improvement.
These information events will take place on June 17th and 18th, offering open discussions about incontinence causes, diagnostics, treatment options, and prevention strategies. Specialists and experts will provide valuable insights, answer questions, and share practical tips. The events are free and do not require registration.
Tuesday, June 17th, 4:30 PMLocation: Elisabeth Hospital Essen, Conference Center, Conference Room 1, Klara-Klopp-Weg 14, 45138 Essen
Wednesday, June 18th, 4:30 PMLocation: Alfried Krupp Hospital Steele, Seminar Room, Academy at Steeler Berg, Hellweg 9, 2nd Floor, 45276 Essen
For more information about World Continence Week, visit the Continence Society's website: www.continence-society.de.
Contact details for participating specialists can be found below:
- Dr. med. Norbert Nosal, Head of Gynecological Outpatient Clinic, Women's Clinic, Elisabeth Hospital Essen
- Website: www.contilia.de/frauenklinik
- Phone: 0201 897 86540
- Email: [email protected]
- Dr. med. Stefan Buse, Head of Department, Department of Urology and Urological Oncology, Alfried Krupp Hospital Steele
- Secretariat: Susanne Rottmann
- Phone: 0201 805-1132
- Fax: 0201 805-1131
- Email: [email protected]
- Science has shown that conversations about incontinence, a condition affecting millions worldwide, are crucial for improving quality of life.
- Despite its prevalence, incontinence is often overlooked due to taboo perceptions, preventing many from seeking medical help.
- World Continence Week aims to address this issue by offering educational events on incontinence.
- The Elisabeth Hospital Essen and Alfried Krupp Hospital have planned these events in collaboration, inviting the public to join.
- These events are designed for individuals dealing with or interested in incontinence, regardless of age or gender.
- The coordination between hospitals highlights the importance of workplace wellness and health-and-wellness in addressing medical conditions like chronic-diseases.
- Chronic kidney disease, COPD, type-2-diabetes, cancer, and other medical conditions may also contribute to incontinence.
- Fitness-and-exercise, nutrition, and skin-care are integral parts of overall health and can impact incontinence symptoms.
- Sexual-health, family-health, mental-health, and men's-health are additional aspects that should be considered in addressing incontinence.
- Aging, women's-health, and menopause can also contribute to incontinence and are essential topics to discuss during World Continence Week.
- Parenting and weight-management are interconnected with health and should be addressed in the context of incontinence.
- Psoriasis, a chronic skin condition, may potentially lead to incontinence and should be considered in discussions about the topic.
- Other health concerns, such as rheumatoid-arthritis and neurological-disorders, may also impact incontinence.
- Environmental-science plays a role in overall health, and managing issues like climate-change can indirectly help reduce the prevalence of various chronic diseases, including incontinence.
- Implementing renewable-energy sources, promoting energy-efficient manufacturing, and addressing environmental concerns are crucial for maintaining the health and wellness of future generations.
- In addition to incontinence, the events will also discuss therapies-and-treatments for other health issues, including skin-conditions and health-related matters.
- In the realm of mental-health, open discussions during World Continence Week can help alleviate the stigma associated with discussing such personal health concerns.
- Men's-health and women's-health should both receive equal attention during these events, as both genders are affected by incontinence.
- Skin-care and aging are important aspects of women's-health that should be addressed during World Continence Week.
- The implementation of family and diversity-and-inclusion policies within the healthcare industry can help make discussions about incontinence more accessible and welcoming.
- Medicare, CBD, and other health financing options are essential for ensuring access to necessary treatments and care for individuals facing incontinence.
- For those struggling with incontinence, COPD, or other chronic-diseases, industry collaborations and innovations in the medical and pharmaceutical sectors can lead to improved treatments and therapies.
- Environmental science, finance, energy, and other industries have roles to play in promoting health-and-wellness through reduced emissions and sustainable practices.
- The retail, automotive, small-business, and transportation sectors can also contribute to promoting health by adopting eco-friendly practices and workplace wellness initiatives.
- Leadership in various industries should prioritize diversity-and-inclusion, creating safe spaces for discussing personal health concerns like incontinence.
- Public-transit and fintech innovations can improve accessibility to healthcare services, making it easier for individuals to address their health concerns.
- Real-estate development and commercial projects should prioritize environmental sustainability and accessibility to contribute to overall health-and-wellness.
