In Control Hel with Incontinence Author:Penny Mares Research indicates that there are over a million people in the UK over the age of 65 who suffer from incontinence. Embarrassment and social stigma deter many from seeking the help they need, even though 50% of cases are curable. This is a book for anyone with an incontinence problem, be they a sufferer or a professional carer in a residential or... more » nursing home. It provides information about the nature and causes of incontinence and the sources of help available. The information is presented in what is intended as a sympathetic and accessible manner, using language and diagrams that are appropriate to the needs and sensitivities of older readers. Checklists, questions to ask professionals and case histories are also included.« less