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Menopause UTIs

August 17, 2026 10 min read

Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) & Recurrent UTIs

If you've hit menopause and suddenly started getting UTI after UTI, you're not alone. Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) might be the reason why. This post breaks down what GSM actually is, why it causes UTIs, and what you can do about it. 

UTIs

July 20, 2026 4 min read

Cystitis vs. UTI: What’s the Difference?

Wondering if cystitis and a UTI are the same thing? Learn what setsthem apart, common symptoms, treatment options, and when it’s time to see ahealthcare provider.

Menopause UTIs

May 13, 2026 7 min read

Let's Talk About Endometriosis and Pelvic Health

Endometriosis affects an estimated 1 in 10 women during their reproductive years, yet in Canada it takes an average of 5 years to diagnose. In that time, most women are treated for conditions they don't have, like UTIs, IBS, anxiety, while the real cause goes unaddressed. Here, we are answering all your questions about endometriosis and its impact on pelvic health, including urinary health.

UTIs

April 28, 2026 6 min read

Stress, Your Immune System, and UTIs: What's the Connection?

Stress and urinary tract infections don't seem obviously connected. But while stress does not directly cause a UTI, there is a real connection between them. Learn about the impact stress can have on the immune system, it relates to UTIs and what you can do about it.

UTIs

April 10, 2026 2 min read

Can You Have a UTI Without Symptoms?

What people often call a “silent UTI” is usually something different: asymptomatic bacteriuria. This means bacteria is present in the urine, but it’s not causing an active infection or symptoms. That said, the term “silent UTI” is often used in a few different ways.

Gut Health UTIs

March 20, 2026 5 min read

Probiotics 101: How to boost gut health and manage your UTIs

Ready to break the antibiotics cycle? Here’s how probiotics can improve your gut health and prevent urinary tract infections. Plus, the best probiotic for UTI treatment.

UTIs

March 05, 2026 4 min read

When Your Period and UTI Hits At The Same Time

It’s that time of the month again. Aunt Flo has come to town and along with her another unfortunate visitor, a UTI. Why is it that these two unwelcome guests tend to arrive at the same time? 

UTIs

March 05, 2026 4 min read

Sex & UTIs

Having a sexually active lifestyle can lead to increased chances of having UTIs.

UTIs

February 05, 2026 5 min read

Biofilms: The Not-So-Secret Cause of Chronic UTIs

Suffering from frequent UTIs? Biofilms might be to blame. Here’s how to prevent them, including the best cranberry pills for UTIs.

UTIs

February 05, 2026 5 min read

Like Mother, Like Daughter: Is being prone to UTIs hereditary?

Struggling with recurrent UTIs? It might be your genetics. Here’s how hereditary frequent UTIs work and what you can do to prevent them.

UTIs

February 05, 2026 2 min read

What is an Embedded UTI?

You may be familiar with recurrent UTIs, but do you know what an embedded UTI is? Although not a medical term, an embedded UTI is from a persistent source of infection and will often come back after the use of antibiotics to reinfect the urine.

UTIs

January 09, 2026 2 min read

Q&A: I've heard that getting a UTI means I have poor hygiene practices, is this true?

Can poor hygiene practices be the cause of my UTIs? Board Certified Urologist Dr. Yana Barbalat answers this question. 

UTIs

November 28, 2025 1 min read

If you get a UTI, does that mean you will have another one?

Although it's common to have a UTI more than once in your life, having one UTI does not condemn you to multiple UTIs to come!

UTIs Vaginal Health

February 24, 2025 6 min read

Ending the Stigma: Why UTIs, BV, and Yeast Infections are Still Taboo

Let’s break the silence surrounding UTIs, BV, and yeast infections and make talking about vaginal health (and preventing vaginal infections) the norm. 

UTIs

November 27, 2024 3 min read

What to wear if you’re constantly getting a UTI

Protect yourself from fashion choices that can sneak infection- causing bacteria into your bladder before you even know it’s happening. 

UTIs

November 27, 2024 6 min read

How to Establish Healthy Habits (And Stick to Them)

A full guide to breaking habits, forming healthy ones, and using them to improve your well-being—from your mental health to your urinary tract.

Gut Health UTIs Vaginal Health

April 25, 2024 4 min read

The Gut-Vagina Connection: How to Boost Vaginal Health Through a Balanced Gut

A healthy gut can help prevent yeast infections, bacterial vaginosis, UTIs, and other vaginal conditions—all while balancing the vaginal flora.

UTIs Vaginal Health

February 05, 2024 4 min read

How Do I Know if I Have a Yeast Infection, a UTI, or Something Else?

Many vaginal conditions have similar symptoms, like yeast infections and urinary tract infections. Here’s how to tell the difference.

UTIs

December 08, 2023 2 min read

Holiday UTI Survival Guide

With Holidays Right Around the Corner, the Last Thing You Need Is a UTI. Here Are Some Helpful Tips to Get You Through the Season!

Overactive Bladder UTIs

October 24, 2023 2 min read

Breaking down doctor language: How to decode what your doctor is saying?

Here are some common terms used by doctors in the world of urinary tract health.

Overactive Bladder UTIs Vaginal Health

June 19, 2023 7 min read

Pelvic Health Issues in Women: Navigating Challenges at Every Age

UTIs from sex. Bladder problems postmenopause. Women are prone to pelvic health issues at every age—but prevention is possible through lifestyle changes and supplements.

UTIs

May 04, 2023 6 min read

Natural Supplements for UTI Prevention

Utiva cranberry pills, D-mannose, and probiotics are all high-quality natural supplements for UTI prevention.

Gut Health UTIs

March 06, 2023 4 min read

Why should you take a probiotic with Lactobacillus to prevent UTIs?

Do probiotics help UTI prevention? The answer is yes—as long as they contain Lactobacillus. Discover the benefits of this superstar bacteria for UTI prevention, immune function, gut health, and more.

UTIs

November 21, 2022 5 min read

UTIs during pregnancy: Your guide to risks, treatment, and prevention

Over 30% of pregnant women will get a UTI. Here’s why it’s so common and how you can prevent UTIs during pregnancy—and beyond.

Overactive Bladder UTIs

November 03, 2022 2 min read

If I am experiencing frequency, how can I tell if it’s from OAB or infection?

It's not easy to define urinary frequency because what’s “normal” is different for everyone, depending on fluid intake and many other factors. Urologist, Dr. Yana Barbalat explains some of the most common reasons why you might be experiencing frequency.

UTIs

September 21, 2021 2 min read

What is vulvodynia and does it relate to UTIs?

Vulvadynia is a chronic pain disorder, localized to the opening of the vagina and the vulva. Women who have vulvodynia often complain of pain with sexual intercourse and tampon insertion. Some symptoms of vulvodynia can overlap with those of a typical UTI, such as vaginal burning, vaginal pressure, frequency, and urgency to urinate. 

UTIs

July 07, 2021 4 min read

My Painful Vulva: My Chronic Vulvar Pain Journey

My vaginal pain began 3 years ago, with a throbbing and burning pain originally isolated to during and after intercourse. That pain quickly escalated to every-day soreness, itchiness, and shooting pains up my vaginal walls. It took a year and a half to get a proper diagnosis.

UTIs

February 16, 2021 3 min read

Frequent UTIs: 8 Reasons Why You Keep Getting Urinary Tract Infections

Wondering why you get more UTIs than your friends? Here’s why, plus how to prevent frequent UTIs in the long run.

Menopause UTIs

November 06, 2020 3 min read

Menopause & UTIs

Hormonal changes during menopause can increase your risk of UTIs. Here's why and what you can do about it. 

UTIs

August 06, 2020 1 min read

Clinical studies for PACs and Utiva Cranberry PACs

Does cranberry have a role in catheter-associated urinary tract infections? Read about the clinical trials around Cranberries & PACs.