New Summer Edition of The Informer

We’re proud to announce the release of the newest edition of The Informer. This edition is dedicated to the topic of female incontinence.

Click here to download The Informer

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Discussion forum

Jury CitoyenAre you a woman 60 or older experiencing urinary loss? Would you like information on treatment options and to share your opinion on research priorities in this field? Contribute to research, while taking part in a May 24, 2011 discussion forum. Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal. Transportation costs compensated. Information: (514) 340-3540 extension 4129.

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Employment Opportunity: Nurse Continence Advisor

Misericordia Community Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta, is currently seeking a part-time Nurse Continence Advisor to join their staff.

You can find out more about specific qualifications and how you can apply by reading the document below:

http://www.canadiancontinence.ca/pdf/employment-opportunity-rn-urodynamics-april11-2011.pdf

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New Edition of The Informer

We’re proud to announce the release of the Winter 2011 edition of The Informer. This issue is dedicated to the devastating condition of fecal incontinence. Here’s an excerpt from this publication:

Perhaps the most debilitating thing about incontinence is the psychological effect that it has on people. Many people who begin to experience involuntary leakage of urine or feces experience profound embarrassment, which can be so severe that they can’t bring themselves to reveal their symptoms to their physician or to seek information about how to manage their problem effectively. Beneath these difficulties is the idea that people look down on anyone who cannot control their bladder or bowels. This fear of other people’s reactions is the essence of the stigma of incontinence.

  Dr. Thomas Alloway, Ph.D.
  President, TCCF
  From the Winter 2011 edition of “The Informer”

Click the link below to read the Winter 2011 edition:
http://www.canadiancontinence.ca/pdf/en-the-informer-winter-2011.pdf

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Photos and Presentations from the 2010 International Continence Forum

The Public Forum was a great success – thank you all who attended,  as well as the speakers who donated their time  and  the sponsors of the event: Astellas, SCA (Tena), Pfizer and the International Continence Society”

Please click the link below to see photos and presentations from the event
http://www.canadiancontinence.ca/english/2010-international-conference.html

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Reminder of Public Forum in Toronto, August 27, 2010

Just a reminder for everyone that the date is fast approaching for the International Continence Society’s 2010 Public Forum held in Toronto, Ontario.

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International Continence Society Public Forum in Toronto, Ontario

This summer, The Canadian Continence Foundation will shine some sun on a topic many feel more comfortable keeping in the dark.  On Friday, August 27, 2010, uncover answers to the questions about incontinence and bladder health you may shy away from asking at the first Public Forum in Toronto, hosted by the International Continence Society/Continence Promotion Committee and The Canadian Continence Foundation. 

Move away from the confines of the doctor’s office, and hear from world-renowned experts over a bladder-friendly cocktail in a comfortable, supportive environment.  Learn about the latest treatment options; practical tips for living with incontinence and overactive bladder; physical and emotional repercussions for male and female sufferers and ways to lessen negative impact; what men can expect following prostate surgery; and key resources you should not be living without. 

Date
Friday, August 27th, 2010

Time
5 pm – 9 pm

Location
Mandarin Ballroom – Metropolitan Hotel, 108 Chestnut Street, Toronto

Registration is very limited – visit http://www.canadiancontinence.ca/2010-international-conference.html for all the details and to sign up now.  There is no cost to attend the Forum.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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World Continence Week – June 21 – 27, 2010

The International Continence Society, with support from the Canadian Continence Foundation is proud to announce the second annual World Continence Week taking place June 21st – 27th.

Check out one of the many events and public forums taking place across the country! Click the link below to learn more.

 http://canadiancontinence.ca/english/world-continence-week.html

We look forward to seeing you out there!

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New Public Service Announcement Video

Watch our 30 second video public service announcement on the many faces of incontinence in Canada.

Click the link below to watch the video!
http://www.canadiancontinence.ca/index.html#psa

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New Version of “The Source” Now Available!

An updated version of The Source, our guide to continence care, management and treatment is now available for download.

Click the link below to download The Source (PDF, 2 MB)
http://www.canadiancontinence.ca/pdf/The-Source.pdf

Printed copies of The Source can be ordered at no charge.
Send your request to:
  Email: vdeforest@canadiancontinence.ca
  Toll-free fax: 1-800-265-9575.

Please be sure to include the following information with your request:
  Name
  Address
  Specialty (for health professionals)
  Phone number
  Email address
  Number of copies

The Source is available in English and French. Please indicate which language you would prefer.

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