Incontinence

Tips for Using Incontinence Products More Efficiently

If you are caring for someone who wears incontinence protection, you understand the challenges of putting them on (and taking them off) another person,...

Dementia Caregiver’s Experience Brought Premium Incontinence Protection To the US

As is the case with most people living with advanced dementia Harris Sterling’s father developed incontinence. Along with other difficult issues that come with...

The Complicated Prostate: Cancer Is a Concern but There’s More to Consider

Most younger men don’t spend a lot of time considering the health of their prostate. However, around the age of 50, they’ll likely find...

Dementia Bathing: A Challenge for Caregivers but Guidelines Help

Getting an aging or ill loved one to bathe can be a notorious battle that many family caregivers experience. When dementia is a part...

How to Get Rid of the Urine Smell When Incontinence Accidents Happen

Dear Carol: I feel like my home is becoming contaminated territory! My Dad is a sweetheart, but he’s got dementia and has developed incontinence....

People Living with Dementia May Fight Bathing: Compassion, Education Can Help

Many older adults may not bathe as often as younger people think they should, but what about people living with dementia? Here lies a much...

Cohabitation with Parent Working Except for Incontinence Battles

Dear Carol: My mom has lived with us for several years and it’s been going pretty well up to now. Her dementia is worsening, which...

Adult Incontinence Rash Happens: How to Prevent It and/or Treat It

Human skin is not meant to withstand close contact with urine-saturated briefs for extended periods of time. When bowel incontinence is also an issue,...

Why Would Someone with Dementia Resist Changing Clothes?

Dear Carol: My 83-year-old mother was once obsessive about her hygiene and stylish wardrobe, but now she resists changing clothes. She has early dementia...