New device gives female patients more dignity
Briefly

Great Western Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is launching the UniWee, an adapted disposable urinal for women, aimed at improving toilet access for immobile female patients. This groundbreaking initiative, endorsed by the NHS supply chain, emerged from a need to reduce discomfort and complications associated with traditional methods like catheters. After successful trials and research, the manufacturer OmniPac is set to produce formal prototypes, paving the way for wider implementation across the UK. Future studies will focus on enhancing patient care by gathering evidence and involving public engagement.
The move to bring in the UniWee, an adapted urinal for women, aims to enhance dignity and comfort for immobile female patients in hospitals.
Now the manufacturer of the male bottles, OmniPac, has developed formal prototypes of the UniWee and is preparing to increase production for nationwide rollout.
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