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• How to Put on an Adult Diaper

  

  This post is for those who are new to wearing incontinence briefs – whether you’re caring for someone with bladder problems or are experiencing the condition... Read more

  Posted on 12 March 2015 HEALTH

• FDA Approves Marketing of Fecal Incontinence Device for Women

  The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced last week that they have approved the marketing of the Eclipse System, a tool used to treat fecal incontinence... Read more

  Posted on 17 February 2015 HEALTH

• Domtar to Expand Business Through $160M Investment

  Domtar Corporation, which owns the Attends incontinence brand, is making plans to convert a pulp and paper plant in Ashdown, Ark. in hopes to expand their... Read more

  Posted on 11 December 2014 HEALTH

• Celebrating Bladder Health Awareness Month with NAFC

  

  There are 35 million adults in the United States who suffer from bladder problems, according to the National Association for Continence (NAFC). Read more

  Posted on 11 November 2014 HEALTH

• Behavioral Changes for a Better Bladder

  

  Urinary incontinence is a common and often frustrating condition that can be managed through behavioral and lifestyle changes. Read more

  Posted on 06 November 2014 HEALTH

• New UK Diaper Sensor Helps Alert Caregivers

  

  Researchers from the UK are currently developing a “smart diaper” that will alert caregivers when an elderly patient has soiled their adult diaper. Read more

  Posted on 04 November 2014 HEALTH

• Tests for Urinary Incontinence

  Urinary incontinence is diagnosed through a series of tests that are usually done at the doctor’s office. Read below to learn about these different tests and ho... Read more

  Posted on 30 October 2014 HEALTH

• Controlling Incontinence on Long Flights

  

  If you’re new to urinary incontinence, you might think it’s impossible to go out and have fun, let alone fly out of the country on a long 20-hour non-stop... Read more

  Posted on 28 October 2014 HEALTH

• Preventing Diaper Rashes While Wearing Depends

  

  “My elderly parent just started wearing Depends. Recently, I’ve noticed some rashes on my dad’s bottom. Can you tell me why this is happening? Read more

  Posted on 23 October 2014 HEALTH

• How to Control Urinary Incontinence Odors

  

  One of the many concerns associated with urinary incontinence is how to control odor. It can be difficult to do so while managing bladder problems, especially... Read more

  Posted on 21 October 2014 HEALTH

• Top 5 Elderly Fall Prevention Tips

  

  Today marks the 7th annual Falls Prevention Awareness Day. This year’s theme is Strong Today, Falls Free Tomorrow. According to Centers for Disease Control and... Read more

  Posted on 23 September 2014 HEALTH

• ACP Releases Nonsurgical Guidelines for Treating Incontinence in Women

  The American College of Physicians (ACP) has released new guidelines for treating urinary stress incontinence and urge incontinence without surgery.For women... Read more

  Posted on 16 September 2014 HEALTH

• Students Create Diaper Pad to Detect Infection in Babies

  

  “The Diaper Detective” is not a new TV show about a diaper-donning detective, nor is it a job description for someone who closely examines stool. Read more

  Posted on 11 September 2014 HEALTH

• How to Choose Disposable Incontinence Underwear

  

  Disposable incontinence underwear (also called adult pull ups or protective underwear) offer a great way for people with bladder problems to manage their leaks... Read more

  Posted on 09 September 2014 HEALTH

• How to Manage Urinary Incontinence: Back to School Edition

  

  School is back in session! For college students with urinary incontinence, going back to school can be daunting. There’s the constant worrying over preventing... Read more

  Posted on 04 September 2014 HEALTH

• Three Incontinence Treatments to Try Before Considering Surgery

  

  Surgery for urinary incontinence is an option, but it shouldn’t be your first option. There are various other treatment plans available for incontinence. Read more

  Posted on 02 September 2014 HEALTH

• Checklist: Do You Have Incontinence?

  

  Urinary incontinence occurs when you cannot control your bladder and unexpectedly leak urine. Although common, incontinence should not be considered as normal.... Read more

  Posted on 28 August 2014 HEALTH

• ‘The Talk’ Co-Host Drops Her Pants for Underwareness

  Did you catch the Emmys last night? If so, you might have noticed Depend’s newest commercial for its “Underwareness” campaign. Read more

  Posted on 26 August 2014 HEALTH

• How Protective Underwear Can Boost Your Confidence

  

  Urinary incontinence is a condition in which you are unable to control your own bladder. As you can imagine, this can be embarrassing, especially if you have... Read more

  Posted on 21 August 2014 HEALTH

• Incontinence Briefs for Bariatric Patients

  

  Incontinence products come in a wide range of sizes from extra small to XL+. Heavier individuals may find it difficult to find larger sized briefs in brick and... Read more

  Posted on 19 August 2014 HEALTH