Welcome to Continence Health Australia
As Australia’s lead body for bladder and bowel control health, Continence Health Australia is committed to supporting GPs with practical, evidence-based tools to deliver high-quality continence care. This is your go-to hub for free, government-funded resources designed to streamline consultations and empower your patients.
Need something specific? Reach out to us at [email protected] – we’re here to help.
Patient handouts about continence health
Support your patients with clear, easy-to-understand resources available in multiple languages. Order printed copies or download and print them yourself. Search for more resources including in other languages.
- Bladder control quiz
- Bladder diary for patients
- Bowel diary for patients
- Children’s bowel diary
- Bladder control check-up (available in other languages)
- Poor bowel control (available in other languages)
- Pelvic floor health for expectant and new mums
Videos for patient education to improve health literacy on continence health
- Female pelvic floor muscle - 3D animation
- Male pelvic floor muscle - 3D animation
- "I have to go again" no language animation about urinary frequency
- "I wet myself" no language animation about loss of bladder control
- "I can't hold on" no language animation about urge incontinence
Quick access tools for your consults
- National Continence Helpline 1800 33 00 66
Free, fast advice from nurse continence Specialists for doctors, patients and carers.
Average wait time is under 60 seconds.
Open Monday to Friday 8am–8pm (VIC time*) book a callback.
*Hours may vary by state due to time zone differences. - Find local continence services
Use our searchable directory to connect patients with nearby support. - Find continence products
Help patients explore suitable continence aids with ease. - Wee stories
Short, no-language videos explaining common urinary incontinence symptoms – ideal for diverse patient groups. - Bridge magazine
Our free quarterly print publication featuring lived experiences and expert interviews. Access online, order copies for your waiting room or have them delivered directly to patients – helping your practice meet RACGP accreditation standards. - Patient information cards and posters
Handy wallet-sized cards and waiting room posters available to order. - Conversation starter guide
Download our practical guide to help you confidently raise continence topics with patients.
Continence education/CPD for GPs
Stay up to date with the latest in continence care for children, men, women and older people:
- Visit continencelearning.com
Access on-demand CPD courses and webinars for health professionals. - Become a professional member
Join one of our special interest groups. Enjoy 50% off selected modules and resources. - Attend the dedicated GP workshop at our National Conference on Saturday 16 May. All members receive a discount to attend our National Conference on Incontinence 13–16 May 2026 at Pullman Melbourne Albert Park.
Sign up for event alerts. - Join our Professional Development Days
Held nationwide, focusing on bladder, bowel and pelvic health. - Subscribe to our Continence Health Australia mailing list to get continence updates straight to your inbox.
Continence Health Australia courses that are applicable for GPs
Paediatric continence
This course is ideal for health professionals working in paediatric continence care, or those looking to expand their expertise in supporting children with bladder and bowel control health needs.
Developed in conjunction with the International Children’s Continence Society (ICCS) this course fills a critical education gap in both the Australian and international healthcare landscape.
Continence assessment and management for GPs course coming early 2026.
Find out more here.
Additional continence health references
- Australian and New Zealand Continence Journal (ANZCJ)
Open-access research journal connecting professionals across Australasia with the latest research, insights and innovations in continence care. - Free eBook Incontinence 7th edition
- Links to key professional bodies
Colorectal Surgical Society of Australia and New Zealand
Urogynaecological Society of Australasia
Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand