Many women believe public toilets or tight pants cause UTIs, but that’s a myth. So what really leads to recurrent infections, and how can they be treated without antibiotics?

If you’ve ever had a urinary tract infection (UTI), you know how uncomfortable it can be, with frequent trips to the bathroom, “having the intense urge to go and go now” — as Dr. Barbara Bawer, a ...

Some urinary tract infections may be caused by food-borne E. coli bacteria, research finds. If you've had a urinary tract infection, you're in good company. About 60% of women will develop one in ...

Worried about public toilets causing UTIs? Experts clarify that bacteria from your own body, not toilet seats, are the usual ...

Urinary tract infections, also known as UTIs, are the opposite of a good time. If you’ve ever experienced all the fun symptoms like burning and pain when you urinate, needing to urinate all the time, ...

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New research shows that one of the most common infections in women may be linked to our food supply. Here's what to know to protect yourself. Unraveling a hidden cause of UTIs — plus how to prevent ...