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A South Korean company has launched Urino, a reusable medical device that helps millions living with urinary incontinence reclaim active lives without surgery or bulky pads. The discreet, inserted device provides physical support to prevent leakage during daily activities and exercise.
A Tennessee hospital now offers a new treatment that helps patients with urge urinary incontinence regain control through a tiny device implanted near the ankle. The one-time outpatient procedure could help millions who haven't found relief from medications.
Emma Cherrington hid her bladder leaks for three decades after childbirth left her unable to control urination. Now she's sharing how getting help changed everything.
Millions of Americans with tough-to-treat urinary tract infections can now skip the IV and take medicine at home. The FDA just approved the first oral antibiotic powerful enough to fight resistant infections that used to require hospitalization.
Scientists in Newcastle have developed a breakthrough urine test that catches deadly urinary tract cancers in Lynch syndrome patients before any symptoms show. The test has already detected early-stage cancer in five people, saving them from invasive treatments.
A nonprofit serving America's rural heartland slashed urinary tract infections nearly in half while expanding care access to 27 new locations. Good Samaritan Society's 2025 Quality Report reveals major wins for seniors who need care close to home.
Victoria Ifeanyichukwu suffered in silence for years after childbirth left her incontinent, but Nigeria's new program now covers everything from surgery to lifelong health insurance. Over 18 facilities are helping women reclaim their lives at zero cost.
A 31-year-old man in India went to the doctor with a urinary tract infection and left with an astonishing discovery: he'd been living his entire life with an extra kidney. Modern medical imaging revealed what his body had been hiding in plain sight for three decades.
New research reveals that hospital-treated infections like urinary tract infections may increase dementia risk by 19%, offering hope that prevention could delay cognitive decline. The good news? Simple steps like staying current on vaccinations might help protect brain health.
Tampa General Hospital is testing a dissolving scaffold that could help men recover bladder control faster after prostate surgery. The device supports healing for nine months, then safely disappears.
A new prostate cancer treatment using heated steam could help thousands of men avoid the devastating side effects that often follow traditional treatment. Virginia Beach doctors just performed the first procedure outside clinical trials on the East Coast.
Up to one-third of women experience pelvic floor disorders after pregnancy, yet most don't seek help until symptoms force them to. Health experts are now calling for automatic pelvic floor physical therapy referrals for all new mothers.
A quick ankle implant is helping Veterans with overactive bladder reclaim their lives without medications or invasive surgery. Two Veterans share how the therapy restored their freedom, dignity, and peace of mind.
After years of isolation and stigma, women across Uganda are getting life-changing surgeries that heal obstetric fistula and restore their dignity. A new nationwide program is reaching survivors in rural communities who once had nowhere to turn.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders announced he's cancer free after battling an aggressive form of bladder cancer that required reconstructive surgery. The Colorado head coach is ready to lead his team with renewed energy this season.
A groundbreaking laser device successfully treated prostate cancer in 84% of trial patients while avoiding the devastating side effects that plague traditional treatments. Men can now fight cancer without sacrificing their quality of life.
Canadian researchers created tiny magnetic robots that dissolve kidney stones without surgery, shrinking them 30% in just five days. This breakthrough could spare millions from painful procedures and months of medication.
Groundbreaking research reveals that 85% of women treated for recurrent UTIs actually have hormonal or pelvic floor issues instead. This discovery could end the painful cycle of ineffective antibiotic treatments for millions.
After doctors blamed her seizures and paralysis on anxiety for years, a Welsh woman used ChatGPT to identify a rare genetic disorder they missed. Her story shows how patients are increasingly turning to AI when the healthcare system fails to listen.
A 90-year-old woman in Beijing has become a symbol of devotion by choosing to personally care for her husband with Alzheimer's disease, prioritizing his dignity above all else. Their 64-year love story is inspiring millions across China with a fresh perspective on aging and commitment.
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