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Urinary Tract Infections

infection? A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in the urinary tract. The urinary tract includes the kidneys, the bladder and the urethra. The kidneys are 2 bean-shaped organs…

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Urinary Incontinence

…seconds to minutes before you urinate. Urge incontinence is most common in the elderly and may be a sign of a urinary tract infection or an overactive bladder. Overflow incontinence…

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Kidney Infection

…travel to your kidney(s) from somewhere else in your urinary tract, such as your bladder. It’s very common to get a kidney infection if you already have a urinary tract

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Clostridium Difficile (C. diff.) Infection

…of age or older are at greater risk of a C. diff. infection. Other risk factors include: Surgery of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract Abdominal surgery that requires moving the intestines…

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Nail Fungal Infections

…people who have diabetes or circulation problems. Men are more likely than women to get fungal nail infections. Why did I get a fungal nail infection? It may be hard…

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Urinary Tract Infections – Other Causes of Painful Urination

…painful urination? A painful burning feeling when you urinate is often a sign of a urinary tract infection (sometimes also called a bladder infection). However, painful urination can occur even…

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Urinary Tract Infections in Young Children

infection? A urinary tract infection (UTI) affects the kidneys, bladder, and urethra. Infection occurs when bacteria builds in the urinary tract when waste isn’t removed or the bladder isn’t emptied….

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Tinea Infections

…for this infection is “jock itch.” The rash can be itchy and painful. Tinea cruris generally occurs in men, especially if they often wear athletic equipment. Tinea capitis, which is…

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Ear Infection

…If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is an ear infection?…

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Yeast Infections

…Yeast infections are so common that every 3 out of 4 of women will have one in their lifetime. Half of all women have more than one infection in their…

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