Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are responsible for more than 8.1 million visits to the doctor each year. See these common UTI symptoms and prevention tips.

Don’t miss the latest Incontinence Insights Newsletter with important information from Shield HealthCare’s on-staff incontinence and urological product specialists! In this issue: Understanding the Diagnoses Behind Incontinence:  1 out of every 3 men and women ages 30-70 experience loss of bladder control at some point in their adult lives. Learn more about the nine most likely… Continue reading Incontinence Insights Newsletter – Volume 2

Incontinence is a possible symptom of many different medical conditions, affecting everyone from children through seniors.

It's best to know what risk factors that can lead to the development of incontinence should be discussed during a visit to your doctor.

Cervical Health Awareness Month and Cervical Cancer Screening Month are in January. Cervical cancer is the second most common type of cancer for women worl

Aplastic anemia is a very rare bone marrow failure disease. Bone marrow – the spongy tissue inside bones – is responsible for makes the three basic types of blood cells: red cells, white cells and platelets. In aplastic anemia, the bone marrow stops making enough blood cells to meet the body’s needs. There is nothing wrong… Continue reading What is Aplastic Anemia? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options

Incontinence is partial or complete loss of bladder and/or bowel control. It is neither a disease nor a syndrome, but a condition.

In 2003, President George H.W. Bush declared September as National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.  Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in American men.  In 2013, approximately 239,000 men in the United States will be diagnosed with this type of cancer, and nearly 30,000 men will lose their fight with the disease.  This month,… Continue reading Prostate Cancer: Signs, Symptoms and Treatment

Test Your Knowledge… True or False? Incontinence is a normal part of aging. There is no cure for incontinence. Sufferers must “learn to live with it.” 80% of people who experience urinary incontinence are women. Incontinence is a disease. Certain medications can cause incontinence as a side-effect. It is a good idea for people with… Continue reading How Much Do You Know About Incontinence? It’s Quiz Time!

One of the most popular products we offer is First Quality Nu-Fit Briefs. These exceptional briefs provide protection for moderate to heavy incontinence.