Chronic UTI Australia Inc.

Chronic UTI Australia Inc. Raising awareness and recognition of chronic urinary tract infection (cUTI) throughout Australia.

While not groundbreaking advice - an encouraging step. It’s good to see a more informed, nuanced conversation about UTIs...
09/04/2026

While not groundbreaking advice - an encouraging step. It’s good to see a more informed, nuanced conversation about UTIs making its way into mainstream media. Awareness matters.

Many women can go straight to the pharmacy and get antibiotics without having to wait to see a doctor. But some symptoms can signal a more serious infection.

30/03/2026

Living with chronic UTI can feel incredibly isolating — but you are not alone.

In our Patient Stories section on our website, you’ll find real experiences from people who truly understand this journey. Stories of resilience, frustration, strength — and everything in between.

Sometimes, finding a story that feels like yours can change everything.

�It can bring validation, comfort, and the reminder that what you’re going through is real.

✨ And if you’re ready — we invite you to share your own story.

Because somewhere, someone is searching for answers…and your experience might be the one that helps them feel seen.

Visit our website to read and share your story, and be part of a community that understands.

You can also discover other patient stories Let's Talk UTI Live UTI Free & CUTIC UK - members of Alliance for Patient-Centered UTI Research (APUR) along with Chronic UTI Australia Inc.

27/03/2026
26/03/2026

💛 Make the invisible visible by sharing your story

Chronic UTI Australia is proud to be part of the global Alliance for Patient-Centred UTI Research (APUR), alongside CUTIC UK, Let's Talk UTI and Live UTI Free — working together to amplify research, collaboration, and patient voices.

Together, we’re sharing patient stories — and we encourage you to share yours.

Stories give meaning. They help others feel seen, spark understanding, and make people take notice.

Your story might be the one another patient has been longing to hear.

Visit our website to learn more and be part of the community.

𝗨𝗧𝗜 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 - 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲The 6th Clinical and Scientific Advances in Urinary Tract Infections (CSAUTI)...
16/03/2026

𝗨𝗧𝗜 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 - 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The 6th Clinical and Scientific Advances in Urinary Tract Infections (CSAUTI) Conference will take place next month, April 9–11 in Nashville, Tennessee.

This international meeting brings together clinicians, scientists, and researchers dedicated to improving understanding, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of UTIs.

Iain Abbott from Monash University will be one of the speakers.

The conference focuses on:
- New research into urinary tract infections
- Advances in diagnostics and treatments
- Collaboration between clinicians, researchers, and industry
- Understanding UTIs across different patient populations

It’s encouraging to see ongoing research and collaboration aimed at better care and new solutions for people affected by UTIs.

For those living with chronic or recurrent UTIs, progress in research and clinical understanding is incredibly important. Events like this help drive the science forward and keep conversations ongoing.

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09/03/2026

REQUEST: Volunteers wanted to help with media campaign for new UTI antibiotic.

has been contacted by a pharmaceutical company looking for people with acute and recurrent UTI interested in sharing their story.

This is part of a national media campaign planned to coincide with the potential TGA approval of a new antibiotic for uncomplicated UTI, which is expected to occur around August this year.

If you would be comfortable speaking with print and/or TV journalists about your UTI experience, please contact Deirdre Pinto at deirdre@chronicutiaustralia.org.au and she will put you in touch with the pharmaceutical company.

Thank you.

05/03/2026

Chronic UTI Australia stands with the Australian Society for Medical Research (ASMR) in urging urgent action to address the growing funding crisis in Australian medical research.

Australian Society for Research (ASMR)

We’re looking for someone in the Australian community who’s confident, creative and social media–savvy to collaborate on...
03/03/2026

We’re looking for someone in the Australian community who’s confident, creative and social media–savvy to collaborate on a short video project for our channels.

If you’re comfortable on camera and passionate about engaging and supporting our patient community, we’d love to hear from you. This project is all about building support and strengthening connections across the patient network.

Please note: This project has a short turnaround, so we’re keen to connect with someone quickly.

Interested? Get in touch with us to learn more! Email: contact@chronicutiaustralia.org.au

Researchers in the UK are launching one of the first major clinical trials focused specifically on chronic UTI, which is...
03/03/2026

Researchers in the UK are launching one of the first major clinical trials focused specifically on chronic UTI, which is described as potential breakthrough for those living with chronic urinary tract infections (UTIs).

Experts believe the research could help transform how chronic UTIs are diagnosed and managed, potentially leading to improved care pathways for patients who currently struggle to get answers.

Many in the chronic UTI community are cautiously hopeful that this signals growing recognition of our long-overlooked condition 🙏.

If the trial proves that the treatment is safe and effective, it could encourage other NHS doctors to use the same technique at more clinics

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗨𝗧𝗜-𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗸𝗶𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻.Researchers at Monash Unive...
23/02/2026

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗨𝗧𝗜-𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗸𝗶𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻.

Researchers at Monash University are investigating an immune-targeted approach that goes beyond antibiotics, focusing on reducing harmful inflammation that can lead to kidney scarring.

While still early-stage, this work highlights the importance of deeper scientific understanding of UTIs and their long-term impacts.

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common and serious bacterial illnesses affecting Australian children. Beyond the immediate pain and distress, they can leave lasting kidney scars and increase the risk of chronic kidney disease later in life.

04/02/2026

Proud to share this important conversation with Dr. Malcolm Starkey in Melbourne — a good friend and longtime supporter of Chronic UTI Australia 💙

The test most commonly used to diagnose UTIs was developed in the 1950s and was never intended for this purpose — yet it’s still considered the global gold standard, despite failing many patients.

In this interview with Live UTI Free, Dr Starkey explains why standard urine cultures miss infections, how bacteria can hide in the bladder wall and what this means for people with ongoing symptoms and negative tests.

This is a must-watch conversation for patients, clinicians and anyone who wants to understand why UTI care urgently needs to evolve.

🎥 WATCH NOW: https://youtu.be/jtWOTqOGBOc

Thanks to Dr Starkey for his dedication to asking the hard questions and pushing this field forward — patients everywhere are better for it 🙏 💙 😊

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Do you have recurrent UTIs or painful and persistent UTI symptoms with negative tests?

Chronic urinary tract infection (chronic UTI) is a largely unrecognised condition that affects many people, with the majority being women. Most will never receive an accurate diagnosis or appropriate treatment for their condition.

Anyone can develop a chronic UTI and researchers say the biggest risk factor is having had a UTI. Between 25–35 percent of people treated for a normal, acute UTI fail that treatment and many go on to develop a complicated, embedded infection that is more difficult to diagnose and treat (1-3).

If you have UTI symptoms but your test results come back negative, you may have good reason to question these tests. UTI testing (dipsticks and MSU cultures) has staggering failure rates. Research shows these tests miss at least half of infections (4-9).

Inadequate testing and treatment failures contribute to the development of chronic UTI. This condition is not widely recognised or understood and has no diagnostic or treatment guidelines (10).