Coffee May Have Another Perk for Kidney Patients

FRIDAY, Sept. 14, 2018 -- Could that morning cup of joe bring a health boost to people battling kidney disease?

According to new research involving nearly 5,000 people with chronic kidney disease, a hike in daily caffeine intake appeared to lower their odds of an early death.

Alarming Rise in Antibiotic-Resistant UTIs in U.S.: Study

TUESDAY, Aug. 28, 2018 -- Drug-resistant bacteria caused nearly 6 percent of urinary tract infections (UTIs) analyzed by a California emergency department, a new study reports.

The bacteria were resistant to a majority of commonly used antibiotics and many of the patients had no identifiable risk for this kind of infection.

New Guidelines for Urinary Incontinence Screenings

MONDAY, Aug. 13, 2018 -- New guidelines now recommend yearly urinary incontinence screening for all women.

But some experts say such screening needs to be introduced with caution.