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/

Work with us while completing a PhD in Psychology! We're still seeking candidates for this position in women's health research. Advert details are here (although it says it is closed, admissions are re-opening soon!): www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DMW524/p...

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

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_...

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_...

Watch our new interview with @henryschreiber.bsky.social as he discusses the complex connections between the gut microbiota, the bladder and the brain, and why UTIs are often associated with neurological symptoms.: https://youtu.be/J6X_LLq5i-U

Listen to our new podcast episode with Dr. Cat Anderson, who explores the role of Hiprex in managing recurrent and chronic UTI. Check it out now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2rO2JZWeYCKhKmLyBSxz47?si=F7VuMHh9SyqdC5TcClvntw

Watch our new interview with Laura Preves Helgeson from @letstalkuti.bsky.social about her lifelong journey with chronic UTI, and tips on advocating for yourself: https://youtu.be/Nl-NTBX1Y84 #UTISky #iveutifree #bladdersmatter #utitesting #utitreatment #chronicuti #recurrentuti #patientadvocacy

Do you qualify for the Healthy Urogenital Biome Study with @digitalmicrobio and @UniRdg_Research? Why not ask a friend to participate to support this crucial research. We need participants aged 18+, assigned female at birth, and UK-based:

New healthy urogenital biome research study! We’re now recruiting UK-based participants for a study that aims to better understand what organisms are present in a healthy female urogenital biome and how this might differ between age groups:

Listen to our new podcast episode with Dr. Ashley Girard, who explores how naturopathic medicine approaches chronic UTI differently. Check it out now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5bUaX7xupAzmqse3EbL9UR?si=7aacd253ba894b6e

Have a listen to the wonderful Melissa Kramer from @liveutifree.bsky.social interviewing me about issues with #UTI testing and treatment! Mostly science – with a bit of feminist rant energy thrown in...👇 #UTISky #IDSky 🦠

Watch our new interview with @jennyrohn.bsky.social on why UTI testing often misses infections and the science behind persistent UTI: youtu.be/p-HyYLIYN2o #UTISky #iveutifree #bladdersmatter #utitesting #utitreatment #chronicuti #recurrentuti #utiscience

Listen to our new podcast episode with Dr. Soman Abraham, who explores how the immune system responds to UTIs and how a new vaccine may support more targeted responses in the bladder. Check it out now:

Listen to our new podcast epsiode with Dr. Brianne Grogan, who discusses how pelvic floor dysfunction may be involved in ongoing urinary symptoms. Check it out now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6c4I0i0KYyEOofgBuBwEZL?si=b39ab554c7fa4a52

Our new podcast episode with Dr. Sachin Malde explores the science behind different bladder instillations, including antibiotic and non-antibiotic options. Check it out now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0AHwHOSQVsiJJq78prqyTY?si=9d180c856ac3415d

Check out our new podcast episode with Alina Filipe, who explores the crucial connection between pelvic floor function and chronic UTIs: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ZauOlHErzyKg12sox1gCY?si=l03uzXGoRBy_O2-z3aTNfw

Listen to Dr. Michael Hsieh, as he discusses the limitations of standard UTI tests, innovative treatment options beyond oral antibiotics, and causes of urinary symptoms on our new podcast episode. https://open.spotify.com/episode/6BfxG3LQqbaOUGtsLqGuwg?si=3ddb62d44f81491e

Our new podcast episode with Dr. Sula Windgassen is now live. Listen to Dr. Windgassen share her journey with recurrent UTIs and the role of psychological approaches in physical healing. https://open.spotify.com/episode/6WhEkaoSfpuIqOF8yqke8u?si=9fe40b787d424d4b

I've added @liveutifree.bsky.social to the #UTISky starter pack. They are an amazing patient research group specialising in research design, ethics, logistics, trial recruitment and PPIE. Give them an individual follow or follow the pack!

Our podcast episode with Dr. Stewart Bundrick is now live. This discussion offers valuable insights into alternative treatment approaches that could help you better understand your symptoms and options.  https://open.spotify.com/episode/1asJM3LZC1ubD4EqZ2W0Yt?si=a9wwbWPTSdumIYWlOyv8Dg

The Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) is about to publish the 2025 updated Guideline on the Management and Treatment of Complicated Urinary Tract Infections (cUTI). You have until March 19, 2025 to share your thoughts: https://www.idsociety.org/practice-guideline/complicated-uti/

Would you like to help improve UTI testing? If you're 18 or older, live in the UK, and have experienced at least one UTI in the past year—or if you care for someone who has — join our UTI diagnostics study Patient Advisory Group. https://liveutifree.com/uti-diagnostics-study-patient-advisory-group/

Watch now: María’s UTI story on recognizing and managing personal triggers: https://youtu.be/ukJ4bQpVbsM This video is part of Live UTI Free’s YouTube series highlighting personal experiences with chronic and recurrent UTIs.

Part two of our podcast episode with Dr. Angelish Kumar is now live! Listen to find out about her approach to diagnosing and managing chronic UTI, other bladder conditions, and pelvic floor dysfunction.

Our podcast episode with Dr. Angelish Kumar is now live! Listen on Spotify podcast, Amazon Music or Podcast Addict to find out about the complexities of chronic UTI:

Watch now: Jason’s story on experiencing chronic UTIs as a male: https://youtu.be/G-U-5zsDNfo This video is part of Live UTI Free’s YouTube series highlighting personal experiences with chronic and recurrent UTIs.

Part 2 of the late Professor Malone-Lee's interview is now live on our podcast. Listen on Spotify, Amazon Music or Podcast Addict, or if you prefer to watch the interview, check out our YouTube channel. https://open.spotify.com/episode/7eubiG1AB1DzIBap7cRnnF?si=12756866a4404536

Episode 2 of our podcast, Beyond The Symptoms, is now live! In this episode the late Professor Malone-Lee discusses why UTIs can persist or recur despite treatment. Listen on Spotify, Amazon Music or Podcast Addict.  https://open.spotify.com/episode/4sM0LHGn4qDzGP1uGuZiQW?si=21a1bbafbce74efb

Watch now: Gwen’s UTI story on her holistic journey to managing pain and healing: https://youtu.be/N47-JY8lRbs This video is part of Live UTI Free’s YouTube series highlighting personal experiences with chronic and recurrent UTIs

Our channel is now also a podcast! Listen to our first episode on Beyond The Symptoms, where Dr. Krystal Thomas-White discusses new research on the urinary microbiome: open.spotify.com/episode/48lw...

A recent study explored public engagement with online resources about recurrent UTIs. Individuals living with recurrent UTIs often seek help from information online, yet articles with high engagement are often not reliable. Check out the full article here: www.mdpi.com/2076-0817/13...