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17/03/2026

In one study of women with acute uncomplicated cystitis (AUC) UTI, nearly one-half of participants reported that their symptoms caused them to miss work or school.♥️

Additionally, up to half of those with AUC also reported avoiding s*xual activity for an average of one week. Here is the final health tip set from the infographic series "Unhealthy Habits Increasing UTI Risks"

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📌 #07/08: PREGNANCY
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Who knew that pregnancy can be one of the causes of urinary tract infection? Even though it does not expose women to UTI-causing bacteria, pregnancy increases the pressure in the bladder. 🚧

Another factor is that pregnancy-induced hormonal changes may disturb the urinary tract as well. This makes it more likely for the infection to escalate into a full-blown kidney problem. Women should therefore take extra care of themselves by having regular medical-checkups with a trusted practitioner.

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📌 #08/08: WRONG WIPING DIRECTION
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As mentioned in our previous infographic, E.coli is one of the most common causes of . They’re found in the gastrointestinal tract, and that includes the bowel.🤔

So if you wipe from back to front, you’re actually spreading this bacteria into the urethra. The right way to wipe is from front to back—always! While this may sound common sense for most, there are some who may not be consciously aware of such, hence needing advice on such sanitary practice.

Check out the rest of the "Unhealthy Habits Increasing UTI Risks" series and other health topics here >> https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=CathayDrugPH&set=a.622474650095592 📲

Let go of these bad habits! 💪

16/03/2026

Did you know that most colorectal cancer cases occur in patients ags 45 and above?❤

Yes, the risk of developing colorectal cancer increases with advancing age. Nonetheless, is rising in young adults aged 18 to 35 as well. ⚠

This March, we highlight Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month as it aims to bring awareness on the importance of its early screening and eventual detection.👍

13/03/2026

Also called medically as 'acute uncomplicated cystitis', one type of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) that affects the lower urinary tract (or the bladder) is referred to as such.♥️

What starts out as a seemingly simple bacterial infection could actually lead to a life-threatening condition, such as septic shock. Here's our third installment in our "Unhealthy Habits Increasing UTI Risks" infographic series.

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📌 #05/08: TIGHT UNDERWEAR
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Well, in today's fashion which prefers body-hugging apparel, this is something to reconsider. Men and women who wear tight underwear (or clothing, in general) are more likely to get a because of increased friction and higher temperature .🤔 While it is generally harmless, just don't go overboard too often.

And definitely, make it a point to always change your un**es to prevent the spread of bacteria.

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📌 #06/08: SOME BIRTH CONTROLS
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Certain types of contraceptives may irritate the urinary tract.

For women, using a diaphragm can tear the area near the bladder, and this makes them more susceptible to bacteria. 🤔

Moreover, most spermicidal gel, which is typically used along with the diaphragm, contains nonoxynol-9, a chemical linked to the risk of UTI. Please take caution when you have to use such.

Check out the rest of the "Unhealthy Habits Increasing UTI Risks" series and other health topics here >> https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=CathayDrugPH&set=a.622474650095592 📲

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12/03/2026

Whether you are a businesswoman, mother, or a TV star, you can have UTI. ♥️

That is the story of English TV celebrity Marnie Simpson who experiences chronic UTI since she was 17 years old.

"There’s so many young girls who are suffering like us and this condition is really poorly recognized... So I’ve been suffering since 2016. Before that I used to get recurrent UTIs."🩺

Read on and discover her real-life experience with Urinary Tract Infection ( ) from a number of years ago, how it affected her life, and how she coped-up with it >> https://liveutifree.com/marnie-simpson-utis/ 📲

Alongside being a UK reality TV star, businesswoman and mother (among many other things), Marnie Simpson knows exactly what it’s like to experience chronic UTI and has struggled with UTIs since she was 17 years old. Now 28, her UTIs hav ...

11/03/2026

There are some types of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) that may not be considered as a serious medical condition, nonetheless the quality of life of those who have this may often significantly be affected.♥️

Moreover, did you know that kids can actually have too? We continue our infographic series "Unhealthy Habits Increasing UTI Risks" where children can also be exposed to.

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📌 #03/08: LACK OF WATER
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Drinking enough water is actually the most immediate home remedy for UTI. If you drink enough water every day, you’re less likely to get this infection.

Water facilitates the production of urine, letting you flush out toxins and bacteria. This applies to both kids and adults, of both s*xes. Drink up!

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📌 #04/08: TOO MUCH SWEETS
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For many of us, a healthy dose of sweets is enough to get us through a stressful day. But if you can’t control your portions, you’re more likely to get a UTI later on.

When sugar makes its way into the bloodstream, the urine becomes more conducive for the spread of EColi. 🚧

Furthermore, according to Dr. Deborah Gordon, MD, a surge in blood sugar level impairs the body’s ability to fight off infections. You don’t need to shun sugar completely, but make sure to indulge only sparingly.

Check out the rest of the "Unhealthy Habits Increasing UTI Risks" series and other health topics here >> https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=CathayDrugPH&set=a.622474650095592 📲

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10/03/2026

Have you been diagnosed with low bone mass, or ? ♥️

Your doctor may suggest dietary and other lifestyle modifications as part of your treatment. One of the things you can opt to do is build and strengthen your bones is to talk to your doctor about taking a supplement with Vitamin D. It can help maintain bone health because it promotes calcium absorption in the intestines and helps to maintain proper calcium levels. 💪

Consider calcium supplements with high absorption (Vit.D) such as 💊 ( https://cathaydrug.com/product/calvin-plus ). It is a convenient option to prevent the effects of calcium deficiency. You may ask your doctor about it! 👍

09/03/2026

A Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is not just an uncomfortable medical condition, it is also painful; 'balisawsaw' in the local lingo.♥️

While Escherichia coli ( ) usually found in the gastrointestinal tract is one of the major causes of UTI, there can be other highly varied causes that may even seem harmless.

We take a look at some of them in our new infographic series "Unhealthy Habits Increasing UTI Risks". We may already be placing ourselves at risk and we don’t even know it. 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️

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📌 #01/08: PROLONGED SITTING
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A sedentary lifestyle — such as an office worker who sits 8 hours or more — is more prone to obesity and heart diseases. New evidence from the American Journal of Kidney Diseases linked prolonged sitting to kidney problems as well, including UTIs. 🚧

According to the study, those who sit less and exercise more have the lowest risk of developing urinary complications. However, the team’s leading researcher Dr. Thomas Yates, MD, explained that exercising to make up for lack of physical activity, and prevent kidney problems is more effective in men than in women.

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📌 #02/08: HOLDING URINATION
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Another bad habit we may frequently dismiss as ordinary would be holding our p*e (or not p*eing enough).🤔

Getting urine out of your system can eliminate bacteria, and that’s why holding it in is also not advisable. When urine stays in the bladder for long periods, possible bacteria in there do nothing but multiply.

More-so during s*x, bacteria near the a**s or va**na can get into the opening of the urethra in various ways. This is why it also helps if you p*e right after s*x, and this is true both for men and women.

Check out the rest of the "Unhealthy Habits Increasing UTI Risks" series and other health topics here >> https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=CathayDrugPH&set=a.622474650095592 📲

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06/03/2026

Closing our work week w/ a moment of prayer for the loss, sacrifice, and courage of those affected by tensions in the Middle East.🙏

05/03/2026

Flashback to 2017 with our at Davao's Pinnacle Hotel and Suites!🤩

Do you still recognize those in the photo?📸 Tag them now!

Share with us your moments, both past and present, by tagging us and using the hashtag >> ♥️

04/03/2026

Did you know that single-dose antibiotics for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) may be the ideal choice for those suffering from recurrent infections?❤️

Moreover, the better news is that it doesn’t promote antibiotic resistance! 👍

Know more about and antibiotics! Here are seven common questions about the subject matter >> https://cathaydrug.com/article/7-common-questions-about-uti-and-antibiotics 📲

03/03/2026

This March, we celebrate National Women's Month with REAL RESPECT, with intention undiminished to 'imagination', nor constricted only within the bounds of 'legality'.♥️

Emphasizing equal rights and inclusivity, the occasion also advocates women's expanded opportunities, and improved access to essential services, among others.🧕♀️🚺🤱

Chin up and forward looking, for every girl, lady, and woman, this March and beyond! 💝

02/03/2026

Do you visit your doctor regularly?♥️

Regardless whether you are healthy or otherwise, getting regular health checks may identify early signs of health issues, if any.

Many factors including your health, age and family history, can influence how often you should go for a medical check-up.🏥 If you have high-risk factors, such as a family history of a condition, it may be more likely that you will develop a particular disease.

Procedures may simply include taking your vital signs such as your blood pressure and heart rate. Your doctor may also request for blood tests, ECG and X-ray, among others.👍