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M.D. Viola explains design differences in adult-incontinence production lines
M.D. Viola’s August 31, 2026 article explains technical changes involved in adding adult-incontinence production to a baby-diaper manufacturing operation.
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Piedmont opens a pharmacy route to clear continence-supply delays
Italy's ASL CN2 published a Piedmont regional notice on August 28, 2026, explaining an exceptional pharmacy distribution channel for continence supplies. The regional measure began on August 26…
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HARTMANN says incontinence pants supported first-half growth
HARTMANN reported that incontinence pants and products for moderate to severe incontinence were key growth drivers in its Incontinence Management business during the first half of 2026. The…
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European Commission explains phased application of new packaging rules
PPWR applies on a phased timetable; this is general packaging context rather than a new adult-product packaging announcement.
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Small study examines a barrier cream for women using absorbent products
A study published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology on August 5, 2026, assessed a cream containing zinc oxide, zinc gluconate, taurine and panthenol in 22 women with…
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Ontex makes European adult care a focus of its growth strategy
Ontex's July 30, 2026, half-year results set out a restructuring and growth plan that makes European adult care a central investment priority. The company plans to expand capacity,…
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Essity reports a German retail award for TENA Men
Essity's July 28, 2026, international roundup reports that TENA Men received Germany's Top Brand 2026 award from the trade publication Lebensmittel Zeitung. Essity says the award draws on…
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UCL researchers outline a roadmap for tackling absorbent hygiene product waste
UCL reported on July 23, 2026 that researchers had published a roadmap in Nature Sustainability for reducing waste from absorbent hygiene products, including adult incontinence products.
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Essity reports growth in retail and healthcare incontinence products
Essity reported on July 16, 2026, that retail incontinence products remained a strong growth category in the second quarter, while healthcare incontinence products also performed positively. The company…
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Researchers examine two MoliCare reusable underwear designs with 204 women
A study published on July 15, 2026, examined two MoliCare reusable underwear designs in 204 women with very light or light urinary incontinence. Participants were recruited in Germany…
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NHS Supply Chain starts a new continence-products framework
NHS Supply Chain's disposable and washable continence-care framework runs from August 24, 2026, to August 23, 2028, with an option to extend for another two years. It includes…
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Ontex reports skin-irritation findings from its incontinence survey
Ontex highlighted skin irritation in continence care in a July 7, 2026 release ahead of World Skin Health Day. Its research with Dynata, conducted in 2024–25 among more…