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Is Your Child Ready to Learn to Self-Cath?

As your child continues to grow, they may express that they want to learn to cath on their own. How can you be sure they’re ready? Learn more with our latest blog.

10 Ways to Carry Catheters Discreetly

While there’s no shame in having to use catheters, it’s understandable to want to carry your catheters as covertly as possible. Learn more about some tried and true options for toting your catheter supplies during the day with our latest blog.

Are Pediatric Closed System Catheters Right for My Child?

As a parent whose child needs to self-cath, their health and their needs are probably at the forefront of your mind. Learn more about an advanced catheter product and see if it could be right for them.

Tips for Catheterizing in Public Restrooms

Are you new to self-catheterization and feeling a little nervous about transitioning to self-cathing in a public restroom when you’re on the go? Get some helpful tips from a catheter user on staff.

Catheter Basics: Learn the Parts of a Catheter

New to using catheters? Learn more about the basics of intermittent catheters – from top to bottom!

What Do the Symbols on My Catheter Packages Mean?

Curious what all those symbols and numbers on your catheters are about? Get the scoop here.

Talking To Your Child About Using Pediatric Catheters: A Helpful Guide

180 Medical has resources available for family members to help their child understand self-catheterization.

Tips for Flying with Urinary Catheters

180 Medical shares some tips on traveling with urinary catheters.

Medicare Guidelines for Catheters

Curious what documentation Medicare requires in order to cover your urinary catheters? Learn more details with our latest blog.

Catheter Funnel Ends and Colors: Common Questions

Most urinary catheters have a funnel end or a connector. Find out all about your catheters’ funnels and why their color is important.