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Deep flaws in FDA oversight of medical devices, and patient harm, exposed in lawsuits and records

Living with diabetes, Carlton "PeeWee" Gautney Jr. relied on a digital device about the size of a deck of playing cards to pump insulin into his bloodstream.

21 Dec 2023

Researchers identify crucial risk factors for cognitive decline after stroke

Study identifies key risk factors for post-stroke cognitive impairment and dementia, emphasizing the importance of early detection and management of these conditions.

17 Dec 2023

Prolonged mismatch between calories eaten and burned may be putting many athletes at risk of REDs

The estimated prevalence of REDs varies by sport, ranging from 15% to 80%. The syndrome often goes unrecognised by athletes themselves, their coaches, and team clinicians, and may unwittingly be exacerbated by the 'sports culture,' because of the perceived short term gains on performance from intentionally or unintentionally limiting calorie intake, warns the Statement.

26 Sep 2023

A new covid booster is here. Will those at greatest risk get it?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends new covid-19 booster vaccines for all — but many who need them most won't get them. About 75% of people in the United States appear to have skipped last year's bivalent booster, and nothing suggests uptake will be better this time around.

15 Sep 2023

Virtual reality can help doctors to handle difficult conversations with patients

With ever-growing pressures on the NHS, dealing with angry or frustrated patients and their relatives has become increasingly common for those working in healthcare.

19 Jun 2023

Researchers investigate the effect of sulfur water baths on rheological blood properties

Researchers evaluated the health benefits of sulfur balneotherapy (sulfur baths) on the rheological properties of the blood of osteoarthritis (OA) patients.

19 May 2023

Top urologists share their insights and practical tips at "Urology on the Beach"

Desai Sethi Urology Institute brings renowned thought leaders to Miami Beach. From urologic cancers to female urology to male infertility to kidney stones and sexual health, top urologists from throughout the nation shared their insights and practical tips at "Urology on the Beach," a conference hosted January 13-15 by the Desai Sethi Urology Institute at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.

27 Jan 2023

Consumption of artificially sweetened beverages not linked to woman's risk of urinary incontinence

Urinary incontinence affects nearly 20% of women aged older than 50 years. Many factors can influence a woman's risk of urinary incontinence.

15 Dec 2022

Aging influences the diagnosis and treatment of heart attacks in patients over age 75

For people ages 75 and older, age-related changes in general health and in the heart and blood vessels require consideration and likely modifications in how heart attacks and heart disease are treated, according to a new American Heart Association scientific statement published today in the Association's flagship, peer-reviewed journal Circulation.

12 Dec 2022

Bariatric surgical procedures can lead to enduring improvements in urinary incontinence

Urinary incontinence is a common complaint among adults with severe obesity. The majority of adults with urinary incontinence who undergo Roux-en-Y gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy, the two most common types of weight loss surgery, can reasonably expect enduring improvements in urinary incontinence, according to a new study published today in JAMA Network Open.

9 Dec 2022

Vaginal birth after previous cesarean section linked with higher risk of pelvic floor surgery

Vaginal birth after a previous cesarean section is associated with an increased risk of pelvic floor surgery compared with planning another cesarean, according to research publishing November 22nd in the open access journal PLOS Medicine.

23 Nov 2022

Regular marijuana use may increase the risk of overactive bladder

Regular users of marijuana were at a greater risk of developing and suffering from severe overactive bladder disorder.

27 Sep 2022

How does SARS-CoV-2 affect the male genitourinary system?

In a recent paper published in the American Journal of Clinical and Experimental Urology, researchers reviewed existing data on the effects of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections on the male genitourinary (GU) tract.

7 Sep 2022

How does COVID-19 affect sexual and bladder functions in men?

Researchers discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the urogenital health of males.

1 Aug 2022

Study shows the efficacy of Yoga of Immortals mobile app for urinary incontinence

People with loss of urinary control who used the Yoga of Immortals mobile app – a globally used app that combines specific yogic postures in the Sanatan tradition with breathing exercises, sound therapy and meditation – found significant improvement in the frequency and severity of urine leaks at four weeks of practice, according to a Rutgers study.

26 Jul 2022

Henry Ford Health offers a non-surgical treatment option for localized prostate cancer

Henry Ford Health is the first in Michigan to offer Robotic High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) for the treatment of localized prostate cancer. This non-surgical treatment option spares surrounding healthy tissue, while allowing for a quicker treatment time and recovery for the patient.

10 May 2022

Obesity progression may contribute to the economic burden of the disease, studies suggest

Obesity is known to approximately double healthcare costs in the US compared to those with a healthy weight.

2 May 2022

Lower urinary tract symptoms associated with mortality risk in older men

For men in their fifties and older, moderate to severe lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) such as incontinence and frequent nighttime urination (nocturia) are associated with an increased risk of death during long-term follow-up, suggests a Finnish study in The Journal of Urology, an Official Journal of the American Urological Association.

27 Apr 2022

Survey highlights mounting cases of cannabis poisoning among pets

A survey of veterinarians in the U.S. and Canada highlights mounting cases of cannabis poisoning among pets and sheds new light on symptoms, treatments, and outcomes.

20 Apr 2022

Medicare Advantage plans send pals to seniors’ homes for companionship — and profits

Widowed and usually living alone, Gloria Bailey walks with a cane after two knee replacement surgeries and needs help with housekeeping.

15 Mar 2022

Urinary Incontinence News and Research

Latest Urinary Incontinence News and Research

Deep flaws in FDA oversight of medical devices, and patient harm, exposed in lawsuits and records

Researchers identify crucial risk factors for cognitive decline after stroke

Prolonged mismatch between calories eaten and burned may be putting many athletes at risk of REDs

A new covid booster is here. Will those at greatest risk get it?

Virtual reality can help doctors to handle difficult conversations with patients

Researchers investigate the effect of sulfur water baths on rheological blood properties

Top urologists share their insights and practical tips at "Urology on the Beach"

Consumption of artificially sweetened beverages not linked to woman's risk of urinary incontinence

Aging influences the diagnosis and treatment of heart attacks in patients over age 75

Bariatric surgical procedures can lead to enduring improvements in urinary incontinence

Vaginal birth after previous cesarean section linked with higher risk of pelvic floor surgery

Regular marijuana use may increase the risk of overactive bladder

How does SARS-CoV-2 affect the male genitourinary system?

How does COVID-19 affect sexual and bladder functions in men?

Study shows the efficacy of Yoga of Immortals mobile app for urinary incontinence

Henry Ford Health offers a non-surgical treatment option for localized prostate cancer

Obesity progression may contribute to the economic burden of the disease, studies suggest

Lower urinary tract symptoms associated with mortality risk in older men

Survey highlights mounting cases of cannabis poisoning among pets

Medicare Advantage plans send pals to seniors’ homes for companionship — and profits

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Urinary Incontinence News and Research

Latest Urinary Incontinence News and Research

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