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Mindfulness, Transcranial Stimulation Promising for Urgency Urinary Incontinence

FRIDAY, June 13, 2025 – Mindfulness (MI) and transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) of the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex offer therapeutic benefit for reducing situational urgency urinary...

'Latchkey Incontinence' Treatments Might Include Mindfulness Meditation

WEDNESDAY, June 11, 2025 — Ever get the sudden urge to pee once you’ve seen your front door, slipped your key into the lock or pushed the remote to open your garage door? That’s a phenomenon known as ...

Physically Active Adults Have Lower Risk for Overactive Bladder

WEDNESDAY, May 28, 2025 – Physically active adults have a lower risk for overactive bladder compared with inactive adults, according to a study published online May 10 in Scientific Reports. Tianen Wu...

Urinary Incontinence Linked to CVD Risk Factors, Comorbid Conditions

FRIDAY, May 2, 2025 – Urinary incontinence is not associated with moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) classification, but is associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors and...

Urinary Incontinence Linked To Heart Disease Risk In Women

THURSDAY, April 24, 2025 – Women suffering from urinary incontinence might have a greater risk of heart disease, a new study says. Women who struggle with bladder control are more likely to have...

MicroRNA-Based Germline Signature Predicts RT-Induced Genitourinary Toxicity in Prostate Cancer

FRIDAY, April 18, 2025 – A biomarker consisting primarily of microRNA-based germline biomarkers (mirSNPs), PROSTOX, is valid for predicting radiotherapy (RT)-induced genitourinary (GU) toxicity in...

Gene Test Predicts Urinary Problems From Prostate Cancer Radiation Therapy

WEDNESDAY, April 16, 2025 – Radiation therapy is commonly used to treat prostate cancer, but it can cause embarrassing urinary problems in some men. But a new genetic test appears capable of sussing...

Invasive Bladder Pressure Tests for Refractory Overactive Bladder May Be Avoided

TUESDAY, April 1, 2025 – Urodynamics plus comprehensive clinical assessment (CCA) is not superior to CCA only for women with refractory overactive bladder or urgency predominant mixed urinary...

Uncomfortable Bladder Tests For Women Can Be Avoided

MONDAY, March 24, 2025 – A small urine leak might prompt a woman to worry she’ll need an uncomfortable and invasive bladder test to treat her incontinence. But good news – such bladder pressure t...

Eating Behaviors, Certain Foods Linked to Pelvic Floor Disorders

WEDNESDAY, Feb. 26, 2025 – Eating behavior and consuming certain foods are associated with perceived pelvic floor disorders, according to a study recently published in Women's Health. Mari A....

Unhealthy Eating Linked To Female Incontinence

WEDNESDAY, Feb. 19, 2025 – A junk-food lifestyle might contribute to embarrassing little leaks in middle-aged women, a new study suggests. Women who often munch fast food or packaged eats appear...

Overactive Bladder Diagnoses Tripled, but Treatment Is Still Rare

WEDNESDAY, Jan. 22, 2025 – A sudden need to urinate is more common than previously known, but treatment is less common. Diagnoses for overactive bladder more than tripled between 2013 and 2017,...

Long-Term Complications After Prostate Cancer Treatment Not Uncommon

FRIDAY, Nov. 8, 2024 – Prostate cancer (PCA) treatment is associated with increased rates of complications in the 12 years after treatment, according to a study published online Nov. 7 in JAMA...

Healthy Eating Index 2015 Score Linked to Overactive Bladder

TUESDAY, Oct. 29, 2024 – There is a positive association between a higher Healthy Eating Index (HEI)-2015 score and overactive bladder (OAB), according to a study published online Sept. 16 in...

Yoga, Other Exercise Can Curb Urinary Incontinence in Women

FRIDAY, Sept. 20, 2024 – Millions of women struggle with the discomfort and stress of urinary incontinence, and many turn to medications for help. Now, new research suggests that yoga and other...

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