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Scientists ID 2 New Genes for Bowel Disease in Kids
Findings could lead to tailored treatments for IBD, study suggests

Nuts, Seeds, Popcorn Don’t Boost Diverticulosis Risk
Study disputes conventional wisdom, but other experts say those foods cause pain for some

Gastric Band Weight-Loss Surgery Can Boost Reflux
Obese patients with GERD may choose gastric bypass instead, experts say

Gum Chewing May Speed Colon Surgery Recovery
It appears to act as 'sham feeding' that stimulates digestive nerves, U.K. study suggests

Health Tip: Help Control Irritable Bowel
Diet changes can help prevent symptoms

Powerful Antacid Drugs Raise Fracture Risk
Proton pump inhibitors taken for more than 7 years quadrupled chance of hip breaks, study finds

Health Tip: Prevent Constipation
Suggestions to keep you regular

New Therapy Freezes Out Esophageal Cancers
Cryoablation attractive option for older patients with other medical issues, team says

GI Bleeding After Stroke Raises Death Risk
Triples mortality rate while still in hospital, study finds

Eradicating Gut Bacteria Improves Stomach Cancer Outcomes
Removing H. pylori left patients two-thirds less likely to suffer recurrence