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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.
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.
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.
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.
Veteran Nigerian actor Kola Oyewo is celebrating recovery after an enlarged prostate threatened both his health and his six-decade career. His quick action to seek help and honest sharing of symptoms could save lives across Nigeria and beyond.
A six-day medical camp in Tanzania brought together local and international specialists to provide advanced treatments that usually require traveling abroad. Over 500 patients received screenings, surgeries, and cutting-edge procedures without leaving their home region.
Scientists sent bacteria and viruses to the International Space Station, and their mutations in space revealed new ways to combat drug-resistant infections back on Earth. The discovery could help millions suffering from infections that no longer respond to antibiotics.
After 25 years of military service, Henry H. Washington III learned he had prostate cancer during his retirement physical. Now over a decade cancer-free, he's dedicating his life to helping other men face the disease with courage and community.
Two dogs trained by Medical Detection Dogs can sniff out Parkinson's disease with up to 80% accuracy, years before any symptoms appear. This breakthrough could lead to early detection tests that help patients start treatment sooner.
Scientists created a swallowable robot the size of a miniature stingray that swims through your body using ultrasound waves and bubbles to deliver medicine exactly where it's needed. This breakthrough could revolutionize how doctors treat digestive problems without surgery.
Viruses evolved aboard the International Space Station returned to Earth with a surprise power: they could kill antibiotic-resistant bacteria better than their Earth-bound counterparts. This accidental discovery could help scientists develop new treatments for dangerous infections.
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