Q. My mother and her mother were diagnosed with osteoporosis and have both suffered hip fractures in their late 60’s. I am 33 and wonder if there is anything that I can do now to avoid having these same issues as I age?
A. Although not always hereditary, there is undoubtedly a family history of osteoporosis that can affect you. There are several things that you can do throughout your life to keep your bones strong and healthy. Osteoporosis is more common in
Q. I was diagnosed with a UTI (urinary tract infection), and it was quite painful. Are there things I can do to avoid having another one?
A. A UTI is an infection in any part of your urinary system that includes your kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. The majority of UTIs affect the bladder and urethra (the lower urinary tract). The female urethra is shorter than