World Incontinence Week 2025: 16 June - 22 June
Published on June 6, 2025
Patients who experience involuntary bladder or bowel leakage may have incontinence.
Incontinence describes any accidental or involuntary loss of:
- urine (wee) from the bladder – known as urinary incontinence
- faeces (poo) or flatus (wind) from the bowel – known as faecal incontinence.
Incontinence is a common condition that, with the right help, can always be managed, treated and sometimes cured. Incontinence can significantly impact a person’s quality of life, but help is available.
GPSA Resources:
Teaching Plan: Urinary Incontinence
Other Resources:
Continence Health Australia offers a wide variety of information in English and other languages covering:
- bladder, bowel and pelvic floor health
- tips for and managing incontinence
- advice for carers
- financial assistance