Pelvic organ prolapse impacts more than 50% of women at some point in their lives, with many seeking a vaginal pessary as a treatment option. Though safe for the majority of users, vaginal pessaries can lead to devastating complications such as genital tract fistula. We review the treatment and outcomes of women who have suffered this condition.

Written health information resources are commonly used in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander primary healthcare settings to provide health information. Twenty-three women who evaluated seven information brochures on urinary incontinence, developed for use by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons, found the information useful, easy to read and understand, and well designed. Written information presented in simple, non-technical and culturally appropriate language will assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons in understanding, preventing and managing their health conditions.