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Cancer patient resting

Bladder Cancer Survivors Face Greater Risk of a Second Unrelated Cancer

More than 1 in 3 bladder cancer survivors get diagnosed with a second cancer over 20 years

Cancer patient resting

Los sobrevivientes al cáncer de vejiga enfrentan un mayor riesgo de un segundo cáncer primario no relacionado

Más de 1 de cada 3 sobrevivientes de cáncer de vejiga reciben diagnósticos de un segundo cáncer primario en los siguientes 20 años

Shannon Murphy

I Started My Dream Job. Then I Was Diagnosed with Bladder Cancer.

Being open and honest with myself and my colleagues helped me balance work and bladder cancer

Shannon Murphy

Obtuve el trabajo de mis sueños. Un poco después me diagnosticaron cáncer de vejiga.

Ser abierta y honesta conmigo y mis colegas fue útil para encontrar un equilibrio entre el trabajo y el cáncer de vejiga

The image highlight the reproductive system, showcasing the internal organ of the female anatomy in stunning image detail. From the kidneys to the bladder and urethra, this image provides an in-depth look at the urinary system and its functions. With a focus on the female reproductive system, the image also provides insights into common diseases and conditions that these organ.

FAQs About Reproductive Health and Bladder Cancer

Bladder cancer can be more aggressive for women than men, and can affect reproductive health — experts explain what you need to know

The image highlight the reproductive system, showcasing the internal organ of the female anatomy in stunning image detail. From the kidneys to the bladder and urethra, this image provides an in-depth look at the urinary system and its functions. With a focus on the female reproductive system, the image also provides insights into common diseases and conditions that these organ.

Preguntas frecuentes sobre la salud reproductiva y el cáncer de vejiga

El cáncer de vejiga puede ser más agresivo para mujeres que para hombres y puede afectar la salud reproductiva, expertos explican lo que debes saber

Living with Bladder Cancer

Living with Bladder Cancer

Bladder cancer affects many aspects of life

Vivir con cáncer de vejiga

Vivir con cáncer de vejiga

El cáncer de vejiga afecta muchos aspectos de la vida

Ask the Expert: Urothelial Bladder Cancer

Ask the Expert: Urothelial Bladder Cancer

Armine Smith, M.D., the director of urologic oncology at the Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital answers your questions about urothelial bladder cancer.

Linda Urbanski

For Nearly a Year, Doctors Dismissed My Bladder Cancer Symptoms as UTIs

In my bladder cancer advocacy work, I see many other women overlooked by medical professionals

Tips for Traveling While Being Treated for Urothelial Bladder Cancer

Tips for Traveling While Being Treated for Urothelial Bladder Cancer

Being treated for UBC shouldn’t keep you from traveling

Consejos para viajar mientras recibes tratamiento de cáncer de vejiga urotelial

Consejos para viajar mientras recibes tratamiento de cáncer de vejiga urotelial

Recibir tratamiento para cáncer de vejiga urotelial no debería ser un impedimento para que viajes

woman from behind putting a yellow scarf on her head because she has Urothelial Bladder cancer and worried

Life with Urothelial Bladder Cancer

Bladder cancer can impact many aspects of well-being, including mental health

woman from behind putting a yellow scarf on her head because she has Urothelial Bladder cancer and worried

La vida con cáncer de vejiga urotelial

El cáncer de vejiga puede afectar muchos aspectos del bienestar, incluyendo la salud mental

Ostomy Basics

Ostomy Basics

Watch this video to learn the basics about ostomies after bladder cancer.

Vaginal or urinary infection and problems

Take Our Quiz: What’s the Difference Between Bladder Cancer and a UTI?

Learn more about the similarities and differences between urothelial bladder cancer and urinary tract infections

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Life After Diagnosis: Navigating the Things You Love with Urothelial Bladder Cancer

Tips to help you maintain your everyday lifestyle after a UBC diagnosis

Cheerful senior woman resting on mature man's shoulder

Sex After Bladder Cancer

Many women struggle with their sexuality after treatment, but it is possible to have a satisfying sex life after bladder cancer

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Fast Facts: What You Need to Know About Smoking and Bladder Cancer

Learn how smoking and vaping affect your risk of developing bladder cancer

Monica Cox

I Became a Bladder Cancer Survivor at 30

Bladder cancer most often affects older adults. My diagnosis was an exception.

Senior adult patient talks with doctor

Why Sex and Race Matter in Bladder Cancer Treatment

Although men are more likely to develop bladder cancer, women and Black people have lower survival rates

Dr. Sarah Psutka

A Conversation with Dr. Sarah Psutka About Bladder Cancer

Sarah Psutka, M.D., explains the symptoms associated with bladder cancer and how treatments can affect women’s daily lives

It Took 2 Years and a Second Opinion to Find My Bladder Cancer

It Took 2 Years and a Second Opinion to Find My Bladder Cancer

Now I'm cancer-free and helping others understand the disease

What You Need to Know About Urinary Incontinence

What You Need to Know About Urinary Incontinence

Urinary leakage affects 1 in 4 women and is treatable at any age