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Unsilenced Blog
Resources for VCUG Trauma, Recovery, & Healing


“Medically Sanctioned Rape”: In Defense of VCUG Survivors
This blog explores the legal principles of VCUG, medical malpractice, and informed consent in pediatric urology.
Jul 10, 2024


VCUG Impact Statement by Riley A.
In this impact statement, Riley, an Unsilenced survivor, courageously shares the life-altering impacts of VCUG in childhood and adulthood.
May 22, 2024


The Offense of a Sticker
A VCUG survivor shares her experience with prizes after VCUG. Read more in our blog.
May 20, 2024


What Do Mermaids & I Have in Common?
A VCUG Retelling b y Alivia D.I. One moment, I was running on the playground at an elementary school. My classmates and friends' laughter...
Mar 15, 2024


I “Forgot” My VCUG Test. It Made No Difference.
In this blog, Unsilenced founder Shelby Smith shares her VCUG story.
Mar 8, 2024


“final draft” | a poem
A poem written by a former VCUG patient about the fallout of medical and sexual trauma.
Feb 18, 2024


VCUG Survivor, 28, Breaks Her Silence After Discovering the Unsilenced Movement
In this blog, a former VCUG patient courageously shares her story after discovering the Unsilenced Movement.
Aug 21, 2023


Abby, a VCUG Survivor from Florida, Shares Her Story
Abby, a former VCUG patient from Florida, bravely shares her story after VCUG trauma.
Aug 20, 2023


Unsilenced Co-Founder Shares Her Story in Ontario, Canada
In this blog, a former VCUG patient and Unsilenced co-founder shares her story from Ontario, Canada.
Aug 19, 2023


Unsilenced Survivor Jams: VCUG Trauma Recovery Playlist
When it comes to healing after childhood trauma, no one understands the process better than fellow survivors. After undergoing the VCUG...
Jun 12, 2023


VCUG Propaganda: A Guide for Caregivers
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines propaganda as “the spreading of ideas, information, or rumor for the purpose of helping or...
Jun 1, 2023


When You’re A VCUG Survivor…
Hear from this courageous VCUG survivor as she describes the shocking horrors and hardships of life after VCUG trauma.
May 19, 2023
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