Gastrointestinal Health

Preparing for Delivery: The When and Why of C-sections
Learn the details of and the reasons behind c-sections.
Asthma GERD
People with gastric reflux may carry a higher risk for asthma.

Splenectomy
A new surgery the removes the spleen through the belly button leaves no scars and is gaining popularity.
GI Bleeding
Bleeding in the stomach after suffering a stroke may increase the risk of death.

That Cough May Mean You Have Acid Reflux
A chronic cough is just one of the atypical symptoms of Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease, or GERD.
Coping with the Heartbreak of Heartburn
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, or GERD, can have a serious impact on a person's life.

Part 2: Cooking for the Person with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
What??s the connection between food and inflammatory bowel disease? And what can you do at meal time to help prevent flare-ups and promote healing?
Part 1: Diagnosis and Management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Crohn??s disease and ulcerative colitis -- together known as Inflammatory Bowel Disease, or IBD -- affect as many as a million Americans. Just what are these conditions? What are their causes?

Leading Edge Developments in the Treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Research is constantly pointing toward new and better ways to treat inflammatory bowel disease. In this webcast leading scientists and doctors bring you the latest on new medicines and surgical techniques.
Leading Edge Developments in the Treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Research is constantly pointing toward new and better ways to treat inflammatory bowel disease. In this webcast leading scientists and doctors bring you the latest on new medicines and surgical techniques.

Insurance and Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Health insurance is important to everyone, especially people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This panel discussion offers information on different types of insurance and advice on how to handle problems with insurance providers.
Influencing Public Policy: Becoming an Advocate for IBD
Watch the story of how patient advocates rally to get policy makers to pay attention to the needs of people with Crohn??s disease and ulcerative colitis.

Gut-friendly Nutrition: Eating Right for GI Health
Eating a healthy diet is good for everyone but a diet high in fiber, whole grains, fruits and vegetables may help prevent gastrointestinal cancers, stomach cancer, colon cancer and colorectal cancer.
Dining Out with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Meals can pose big challenges to people living with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. They can be challenging enough at home. But what about when eating out?

Cooking For People with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Good food won't cure inflammatory bowel disease -- but the right food can help. Step into the kitchen to learn how to solve some everyday nutritional problems for people with IBD.
What Is Ulcerative Colitis?
Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease that causes chronic inflammation of the colon or large intestine. Here's what you need to know about this disease.

Using Probiotics for Crohn's Disease and Colitis
Probiotics and prebiotics can play a significant role in the treatment of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, which together are called inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD.
Overuse of Common Painkillers
Common pain relievers can make life much easier. But could you be taking too much? Learn what you need to know about taking the right dose.

Modern Perspectives on Stomach Ulcers
Stress may be no good. But don't blame it for stomach ulcers. Doctors have moved beyond the admonishment "relax" in treating peptic ulcer disease. Learn why stress, alcohol and spicy food are no longer blamed.
Medication Strategies for Heartburn
With so many heartburn medications available, choosing the right one can... give you heartburn! Experts explain how they work so you can get the best relief.

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