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1. Stay well-hydrated.
2. Urinate often, as soon as possible after you feel the urge.
3. Always wipe from front to back after using the toilet.
4. Keep the area around the urethra dry by wearing cotton
underwear and loose-ftting clothes.
5. Empty your bladder soon after sexual activity.
Source: The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
W A Y S
to lower your risk for a UTI
H E A L T H Y B O D Y
GO
ON THE
Heading off
urinary tract
infections
By David Searls
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Spirit of Women affiliated hospitals offer local
urology resources. To find your nearest Spirit of
Women affiliated hospital, go to pages 12-13.