01/09/2026
September is Urology Awareness Month.
Urology covers the kidneys, bladder, ureters, urethra — and, in men, the prostate and reproductive organs. These conditions are common, treatable, and still too often left unspoken.
A few facts worth knowing:
- Around 1 in 2 people will deal with a urological condition in their lifetime.
- 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer.
- Urinary incontinence affects a large number of women — and many men after prostate treatment.
- Kidney stones, UTIs, overactive bladder, and erectile dysfunction are all urological issues, not “just getting older.”
Don’t ignore these warning signs:
- Blood in your urine (even once)
- Needing to p*e more often, especially at night
- Pain or burning when you pass urine
- A lump, swelling, or heaviness in the testicles
- Difficulty starting or stopping urine flow
- Leaks you have started to “manage around”
Embarrassment delays diagnosis. Early checks often mean simpler treatment and better outcomes.
What you can do this month:
- Book a GP appointment if something feels off.
- Drink enough water (hydration helps prevent stones and some infections).
- Don’t smoke — smoking raises the risk of bladder and kidney cancer.
- Know your family history of prostate, bladder, or kidney disease.
Urological health is health. Talk about it.
