Q: We have a problem with urinary drainage bags touching the floor when the resident is in bed, especially if they have a low bed. Do you have any suggestions for us? A: This is one area the surveyors ...

Urine culture is the test used to measure bacteria in your urine. It’s used to diagnose urinary tract infections (UTIs) and is often performed at routine prenatal visits. A urine culture is a test ...

A urinary catheter is a hollow, partially flexible tube that collects urine from the bladder and leads to a drainage bag. They come in many sizes and types. Catheters may be necessary in cases when ...

Royal College of Physicians (1991) 1991–2000 Aggressive treatment, prophylaxis and investigation of all children aged <7 years [81] American Academy of Pediatrics Guideline (1999) Aggressive treatment ...

Editor’s Note: Dr. Jennifer Shu, CNNHealth’s Living Well expert doctor, is a practicing pediatrician and mother of two. A new study published in this week’s journal Pediatrics suggests that a ...

If you're a woman or have female anatomy, your chance of getting a urinary tract infection is high. Some experts say there's a 50% chance that women will get one in their lifetime, with many having ...

A Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is an infection that affects any part of the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. UTIs are usually caused by bacteria, but they ...