Breaking the cycle of chronic UTIs: a new path to healing

For millions of people, urinary tract infections (UTIs) are more than just a temporary discomfort—they are a relentless cycle of pain, ineffective treatments, and frustration. For some, antibiotics offer little relief. When antibiotics fail or the infections keep returning, the impact can be physical, emotional, and exhausting.

Cathrina Geldard

Cathrina’s background combining naturopathic and biomedical principles allows for a unique perspective that bridges traditional and conventional medicine. As both a clinically trained naturopath and a Master’s degree holder in biomedical science, she is now embarking on novel PhD research that could change the way we address chronic urinary tract infections and antimicrobial resistance.

“The rich diversity of compounds in crude plant extracts holds the promise of a more holistic approach to chronic urinary tract infections. Unlike single-target antibiotics, these natural remedies can potentially address the multifactorial nature of urinary tract infections by reaching and modulating multiple pathways simultaneously.” 

Exploring biofilms and herbal teas

At the National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine, Cathrina Geldard is pioneering research that could change the future of UTI treatment. Her research explores how herbal medicines—used for centuries in traditional healing—could offer a new, effective approach to tackling persistent infections. By targeting the sticky bacterial biofilms that make UTIs so hard to treat, her work has the potential to reduce dependence on antibiotics, combat antimicrobial resistance, and provide real relief for those suffering from chronic infections.

The need for alternatives has never been greater. Antibiotic resistance is making UTIs harder to treat, leaving countless people with few options. But with your support, we can fund the research needed to bring natural, science-backed solutions into real-world healthcare.

You can be part of the solution. Your donation will fuel innovative research that could give millions of people a future free from the burden of chronic UTIs.

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