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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

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

Living With Incontinence, Without Shame

After hiding my urinary incontinence for years, I've learned to embrace my age and accept my body.

Busting Myths About UTIs

Urinary tract infections are common among women—about half of women will experience them. Also common are myths surrounding UTIs. Here are some facts.

Learning to Take Time for Self-Care After My Interstitial Cystitis Diagnosis

Looking back, I always had bladder issues. Eight years into my journey for answers, I finally received a diagnosis of Interstitial Cystitis.

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UTIs in the News, and It's Not Good

With urinary tract infections—or UTIs—becoming increasingly resistant to antibiotics, it's important to know how to prevent them.

How to Know if You Have Urinary Incontinence

Urinary incontinence comes in many forms and affects millions of people. But there are simple things you can do to manage it.

What Is the Best Way to Pee?

Confronted with dirty public toilets or other awkward situations, women often squat—but that's not good for pelvic health. Find out about the best ways to pee.

Foods to Help Prevent UTIs

Cranberry juice isn't the be all, end all for preventing urinary tract infections. There are other foods that may help prevent—or cause—UTIs.

Stress Urinary Incontinence: It Can Be Treated

Stress urinary incontinence is the most common form of incontinence among women. The good news? It can be treated.

What Your Urine Can Tell You About Your Health

Everything you need to know about women’s health — in one place.

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Urinary Tract Conditions

As you age, the structure of your kidneys can change, reducing their ability to remove wastes. Illness and injury can also affect the filtering ability of the kidneys or block urine's passage. READ MORE