Health News Archives

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

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

Gut Bacteria Fights Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Mouse study finds molecule boosted cells eliminating colitis, Crohn's symptoms

New Technology Speeds GI Disease Diagnosis
Tiny microscope at end of endoscope allows immediate imagery of gastrointestinal tract

Amitiza Treats Irritable Bowel With Constipation
Approved for women 18 and older

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Share Some Genetic Risk Factors
Finding helps pinpoint relationship between Crohn's disease and colitis

Scientists ID New Genetic Markers for Bowel Disease
Study also provides evidence that Ashkenzi Jews twice as likely to develop conditions

Women With IBS Unable to Switch Off Pain Response
Finding could improve understanding of irritable bowel syndrome and lead to new treatments

Health Tip: Belching and Bloating
Suggestions for taming symptoms

Allergy Disorders Linked With Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Study also found IBS 2 times more likely in people with depression