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A Blood Test to Replace a Colonoscopy?

The FDA has approved a blood test to screen for colon cancer. It’s undeniably less invasive than a colonoscopy, but is it as effective? >

Heartburn Drugs Appear to Raise Dementia Risk

Long-term use of proton pump inhibitors like Prevacid or Prilosec for gastric reflux appears to put people at higher risk for dementia. >

Your Intestine is 20-Feet Long and It Has Neighborhoods

A developing map of the different neighborhoods of cells lining the intestine offers clues to treating issues like IBS and colon cancer. >

An Atherosclerosis Gut Punch

Inflamed gums can lead to atherosclerosis. Now it looks like the same bacteria are in the gut and can do the same thing. >

Adolescent Bariatric Surgery Cuts More than Pounds

Obese teens and young adults definitely benefit from bariatric surgery. Yes, but as they lose weight, one risk is likely to rise. >

New Med for Crohn’s Disease

There may finally be some relief in sight for those experiencing the abdominal pain and diarrhea symptomatic of Crohn's and IBD. >

The Red Flags Signaling Colorectal Cancer in Adults Under 50

Colorectal cancer cases are rising in young adults. Screening is key -- so is knowing the symptoms to look for and how to reduce your risk. >

The Defensive Attitudes that Contribute to Colon Cancer

People put off the colon cancer screening that can save their lives for a variety of reasons, a risky mistake. Try an at-home FIT test. >

Fatty Fast Food Livers

Eating even a modest fast food meal daily -- a small burger and fries -- can lead to fatty liver disease. >

Tracking Environmental Chemicals' Effects on Gut Inflammation

Harvard researchers have developed a new way to screen environmental chemicals for inflammatory effects, especially in the GI tract. >

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