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Find out the Latest on what,s Happening at Urocare. We are dedicated to delivering the highest possible standard of quality in medical products. On this page you can learn about the latest news, events, new products and product advancements.

Recent Events

03/06/2023   

Think Green

As an integral part of Urocare's commitment to going green, Urocare has completed it's transition to the use of all LED lighting at it's manufacturing plant in Pomona. Combined with the solar array on the plant's rooftop installed back in 2017, Urocare now has a zero carbon footprint.

What does net zero emissions mean?
'Zero emissions' refers to achieving an overall balance between greenhouse gas emissions produced and greenhouse gas emissions taken out of the atmosphere. Think of it like a set of scales: producing greenhouse gas emissions tips the scales, and we want to get those scales back into balance, which means no more greenhouse gas can be added to the atmosphere in any given year than is taken out.

To avoid a climate catastrophe, greenhouse gas emissions must be as low as possible. In other words, we need to get as close as possible to real zero, and only rely on carbon offsetting when it is absolutely necessary. This means that we need to rapidly phase out all fossil fuels — coal, oil and gas — and transition to renewable energy across all sectors of the economy and Urocare is doing its part to help achieve this goal.

If you would like more information about zero emmisions, you can visit the World Resources Institue or search the internet using terms such as "zero emissions", "carbon neutral", "net zero" or "zero carbon".

12/01/2022

As 2022 comes to a close we would like to take this opportunity to thank you, our valued customers, for your continued patronage this past year. During this busy time of the year, we would like to make you aware of Urocare's year-end plant closure schedule. Urocare will be closed for the holidays on Monday December 26, 2022 and resume normal business operations on Tuesday January 3, 2023. Warm wishes to all through the holidays ~ the Urocare Staff.

12/01/2021

As 2021 comes to a close we would like to take this opportunity to thank you, our valued customers, for your continued patronage this past year. During this busy time of the year, we would like to make you aware of Urocare's year-end plant closure schedule. Urocare will be closed for the holidays on Friday December 24, 2021 and resume normal business operations on Tuesday January 4, 2022. Warm wishes to all through the holidays ~ the Urocare Staff.

12/01/2020

As 2020 comes to a close we would like to take this opportunity to thank you, our valued customers, for your continued patronage this past year. During this busy time of the year, we would like to make you aware of Urocare's year-end plant closure schedule. Urocare will be closed for the holidays on Thursday December 24, 2020 and resume normal business operations on Monday January 4, 2021. Warm wishes through the holidays ~ the Urocare Staff.

05/31/2018

Urocare has completed the data enty of it's products into the FDA UDI system kown as AccessGUDID. You can use AccessGUDID to search for specific medical devices or download all the GUDID data at once, and you do not need an account to use AccessGUDID. The device information on this website is the most recent submitted to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and is updated daily.

05/01/2018

Urocare releases an update to it's 2018 Product Catalog. The complete catalog is posted online as well as individual pages so you can download only what you need.

What's new in May? Due to the US FDA implementation of a Universal Device Identification (UDI) numbering system and coressonding database AccessGUDID, some changes in the way Urocare has assigned it product numbers had to be made. The UDI system bases it's information on what's called the base unit otherwise known as the smallest number of units sold by either the manufacturer or any of it's distributors. Items only sold by Urocare in case quantities such as our Uro-Safe® disposable vinyl leg bags, Uro-Cath® and Uro-Con® male external catheters etc. will be affected by this change.

For example, item/ref #510235 male external catheter is only sold by Urocare in case quantities of 50 units so it will now have a case item/ref number of #51023550. If a distributor/retailer chooses to breakdown the case and sell the individual catheters, they can do so under the base item No. of #510235.

Another example, item #76320 Uro-Safe vinyl leg bag is only sold by the case of 12 units so it will have a new item number of #7632012. If a distributor/retailer chooses to break-down the case and sell the bags individually, they can do so under the base item No. of #76320.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact one of our Customer Service Team members ~ the Urocare Staff.

01/02/2018

Urocare releases it's new 2018 Product Catalog. The complete catalog is posted online as well as individual pages so you can download only what you need.

06/15/2017

Urocare has begun to implement the new FDA UDI "Unique Device Identification" system onto it's products to adequately identify medical devices through their distribution and use. When fully implemented, the label of most devices will include a unique device identifier (UDI) in human and machine-readable form.

Manufacturers must also submit certain information about each device to FDA's Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID). The public can search and download information from the GUDID at AccessGUDID.

The UDI system, which the FDA will phase in over several years, offers a number of benefits that will be more fully realized with the adoption and integration of UDIs into the health care delivery system. UDI implementation will improve patient safety, modernize device postmarket surveillance, and facilitate medical device innovation.

If you have a question or concern you'd like to share with the UDI team, please contact the FDA UDI Help Desk.

01/03/2017

Urocare releases it's new 2017 Product Catalog. The complete catalog is posted online as well as individual pages so you can download only what you need.

01/04/2016

Urocare releases it's new 2016 Product Catalog. The complete catalog is posted online as well as individual pages so you can download only what you need.

What's new this year? Urocare is in the process of changing things up. This year we've added several new products:
#6087 Clear-Vinyl Extension Tube, 18" with Graduated Adaptor & Cap—STERILE
#4423 Urocare® Male Urinal Suspensory Garment, Extra-Large
#4404 Standard Laced Closure Male Urinal Kit, Extra-Large
#4140 Extra-Large Collection Bottle, 128 fl. oz.(4L)
Check back with us periodically for other news on what's in store for 2016 ~ the Urocare Staff.

01/04/2016

Happy New Year everyone! Urocare hopes that everyone had a festive and safe holiday. Unfortunately the holidays are over and it's back to the grind. As with last year, Urocare will be open Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 4:00pm (PST). As always, should you have any questions? Just give us a call. We are hear to help ~ the Urocare Staff.

01/05/2015

Happy New Year everyone! Urocare hopes that everyone had a festive and safe holiday. Unfortunately the holidays are over and it's back to the grind. As with last year, Urocare will be open Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 4:00pm (PST). As always, should you have any questions? Just give us a call. We are hear to help.

What's new this year? Urocare concluded it's testing of scented latex and we will be incorporating this new formula in all our latex products... so it looks like we are off to a good start ~ the Urocare Staff.

12/01/2014

As 2014 comes to a close we would like to take this opportunity to thank you, our valued customer, for your continued patronage this past year. During this busy time of the year, we would like to make you aware of Urocare's year-end plant closure schedule. Urocare will be closed for the holidays on Tuesday December 23, 2014 and resume normal business operations on Monday January 5, 2015. Warm wishes through the holidays ~ the Urocare Staff.

01/06/2014

Urocare releases it's new 2014 Product Catalog. The complete catalog is posted online as well as individual pages so you can download only what you need.

01/02/2014

Happy New Year everyone! Urocare hopes that everyone had a festive and safe holiday. This year Uroare has changed it's operating hours from a 4 day a week schedule to a normal 5 day work week. As of January 2nd, 2014, Urocare will be open Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 4:00pm (PST). As always, should you have any questions? Just give us a call. We are hear to help. ~ the Urocare Staff.

12/01/2013

As 2013 comes to a close we would like to take this opportunity to thank you, our valued customer, for your continued patronage this past year. During this busy time of the year, we would like to make you aware of Urocare's year-end plant closure schedule. Urocare will be closed for the holidays on Tuesday December 24, 2013 and resume normal business operations on Thursday January 2, 2014. Warm wishes through the holidays ~ the Urocare Staff.

01/02/2013

Happy New Year everyone! Urocare hopes that everyone had a festive and safe holiday. As we begin the new year we recognize things may be a bit chaotic; however, we want you to know we are on top of things. Production is running full steam ahead. Questions on an order? Just give us a call. We are here when you need us ~ the Urocare Staff.

News
September 12, 2010

Latex does have a distinct odor which varies from batch to batch. At times, usually during the hot summer months, this odor can become strong. Urocare has listened to requests to reduce or eliminate this odor. Since this odor can not be entirely eliminated at present, Urocare is developing and testing latex bags that are scented which greatly reduces the odor to minimal levels that are virtually undetectable leaving behind only a mild fresh scent. If this process is successful, it may be applied to all our latex products. As we progress with our prototype testing phase, more information will be posted here.

December 9, 2009
We don't give odor a chance! By adding a special odor control barrier to the inside and outside of our reusable latex leg bags and urinal sheaths, Urocare's latex appliances are ODOR-FREE, not just odor-resistant; thereby preventing embarrassing odor problems before they start.

November 4, 2009
In the original anti-reflux valve inception, the valve lips were designed in a "flat" fashion similar to those found in other flutter valves; however, this presented a problem during the molding process where the lips were always open. To resolve this issue, clips were added to each side of the lips to keep them closed. Over the years, Urocare has listened to requests from it's customers to increase flow rates on its well known Little Red Valve™ the anti-reflux valve found in its reusable and disposable urine collection appliances which has undergone three major design changes since 1975.

February 13, 2009
The growing requirement to translate product labeling highlights the importance of using symbols. The use of internationally recognized symbols and marks is the only effective way to meet the requirements of a global market. To that end Urocare has adopted a universal standard for reference symbols used in the labeling its products (EN 980). Look for these symbols on all future products.

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