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Our latest episode: Dr. Indira Mysorekar explores how bladder health differs between people assigned female at birth and those assigned male, how menopause and chronic inflammation increase UTI risk, and what the future of care might look like. https://open.spotify.com/episode/19JkBRMkEIDjirSd8dlLDW

Joining a recurrent UTI study means contributing to research with potential long-term impact. A clinical trial for a new UTI vaccine is enrolling in the US, Argentina, Belgium, and South Africa. Find a research site near you: https://liveutifree.com/uti-vaccine-clinical-trial/

Wherever you are in the world, you're invited to participate in this new study! UK researchers want to hear from patients about the real-life impact of recurrent or chronic UTIs.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSff9t2AnV5K8lPt7aswowVxHWKNSycVIWCUplf7W7hzpwch6Q/viewform

Listen to our latest podcast episode where Professor Chris Harding explores the new VESPER clinical trial, a landmark study for people with recurrent urinary tract infections who haven’t improved with first-line prevention.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/595rpADSDonOrbqzzwFpny

A study for a new UTI vaccine is currently looking for volunteers. Participants will be randomly assigned to a study group and researchers will track their health outcomes over a 14 month period. Learn more here: https://liveutifree.com/uti-vaccine-clinical-trial/

Could phages in your own urine shape future UTI treatment? Esme Brinsden @phagecollection.bsky.social joined us for an interview to share insights about The Phage Collection Project and how you can get involved. Watch now: https://youtu.be/sLZ498LegBA

#phagetherapy #liveutifree

Listen to our latest podcast episode where Amanda Burkardt and Dr. Mayukh Das share their novel approach to eliminating UTI-causing bacteria, with phage therapy. 

https://open.spotify.com/show/1jdS4IhxYq3PFQkadeWDL5

Listen to our latest podcast episode where Dr. Lindsay Burnett talks about the complex relationship between pelvic floor disorders, the urinary microbiome, and recurrent UTI symptoms. Check it out now: 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0RC6Muntjr4h4aVimGK330?si=3fe85f88c44c4d0f

Biotia has launched a new UTI diagnostic, now available in all US states. Read more about Biotia-ID Urine, how to order, and how their telehealth service can support the process: https://liveutifree.com/telehealth-for-uti

Which UTI supplements do patients find most helpful? Julia Anditsch and Melissa Kramer discuss their experiences with UTI, and what patients in the communities they've built say about UTI supplements. Watch now: https://youtu.be/c-4YhBslZt8

#UTISky #iveutifree #bladdersmatter #utisupplements

Research on UTI prevention is happening! A clinical trial for a potential new UTI vaccine is underway. The study will assess its efficacy and safety over one year. Learn more about eligibility and how to join here: https://liveutifree.com/uti-vaccine-clinical-trial

Listen to our latest podcast episode where Dr. Nick Parkinson shares how his ground breaking DNA‑based test compares to traditional culture and PCR methods. Check it out now: 

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1TTX53CGU3DTIQuOjsTB9O

Listen to our latest podcast episode with Dr. Carley Akehurst, with guest host Jess Price. Together, they explore how a new patient-developed resource can transform clinical conversations. Check it out now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5vuIRHjHM8Ybmd89a1l9iP?si=yougtBDxQ1GGfeY6SUtHGw

Are there phages in your urine that could help shape the future of UTI treatment? @phagecollection.bsky.social is empowering citizen scientists to advance phage therapy research and combat AMR. Submit your questions for our upcoming interview with Esme Brinsden, the project coordinator.

Why isn't chronic UTI taken more seriously, and what can we do about it? Deirdre Pinto from @chronicutiaus.bsky.social‬ shares learnings from running a patient advocacy organization. Watch now: https://youtu.be/pSS_rdicT-k

@chronicutiaus.bsky.social 
#UTISky #iveutifree #bladdersmatter #utitesting

The VESPER recurrent UTI prevention trial is seeking participants in the UK. Please share to help us reach people living with recurrent UTI. Learn more: https://liveutifree.com/vesper-trial/

Listen to our latest podcast episode with Dr. Nicholas Sanford, about molecular testing, UTI diagnostics, biofilms, and partner testing. Check it out now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0a0lZMEntJ2is7I2Y4NHjO?si=db53cb4324cb47b8

Watch our new interview with Dr. Philippe Zimmern as he discusses research into the long-term outcomes of bladder fulguration for recurrent UTI, and which patients might benefit most: https://youtu.be/8lJ8Xz0T0eQ

#UTISky #iveutifree #bladdersmatter #chronicuti #recurrentuti #patientadvocacy

Watch our new interview with Dr. Philippe Zimmern as he discusses research into new options for bladder instillation, and how the urinary microbiome changes after menopause: https://youtu.be/3uHZN1fqWAQ.

Have you had recurrent UTIs during pregnancy? If you’re in the UK, currently pregnant or were in the past 12 months, and have experienced chronic or recurrent UTIs in pregnancy, we’d love to hear from you for a new research study https://qualtricsxmt8c5x72yq.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7QZKQmPYDsib1em

Listen to our latest podcast episode with Beverley Sarstedt, about the complexities of food sensitivities, microbiome health, histamine overload, and antibiotic use, offering hope to those navigating urinary symptoms: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2fRUJsL6yn2Vm2w7e2Qn86?si=b3YNcsf3QeiCPo_oTMyQrQ

Did you know that @chronicutiaus.bsky.social is the only national patient advocacy organization dedicated to urinary tract infection (UTI) in Australia? Deirdre Pinto, on the orgs co-founders, will be joining us soon for an interview! Submit your questions!

Help share this important national campaign!

Could treatments administered directly into the bladder be effective for recurrent UTI prevention? You can now join a clinical trial that aims to find out. Learn more: https://liveutifree.com/vesper-trial/

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We're seeking participants who experience recurrent UTIs (and their long-term partners) for a study on UTI and sexual wellbeing. Help us shape future support and intervention strategies. Share or learn more here: https://uor-redcap.reading.ac.uk/surveys/?s=34YHAXMTMH9MMDP4

Do you have research in women’s pelvic health you’d like to share with the patient community? We’d love to interview you, too! Patients have many questions about the science behind all things pelvic health and you can help answer them.

Listen to our latest podcast episode with Dr. Shaheen Khazali, about the complexities of endometriosis, especially when symptoms overlap with recurrent UTI and bladder pain. Check it out now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1N3dUn2gMX92rni359PQb4?si=AglQMmLpRfC-PtHD-BnSHA

YouTube video by Live UTI Free Why UTI is a Whole Body Problem: The Gut-Bladder Axis with Dr. Henry Schreiber

Check out this great interview by Dr. Henry Schreiber on @liveutifree.bsky.social YouTube channel He talks all about the gut-bladder axis www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6X_...

YouTube video by Live UTI Free Why UTI is a Whole Body Problem: The Gut-Bladder Axis with Dr. Henry Schreiber

This is my first post on Bsky!

Ηappy to share my interview with the wonderful Melissa Kramer at @liveutifree.bsky.social.

We discuss UTIs as a "whole body problem" involving the gut, brain, and bladder. See here for the interview:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6X_...