Navigating the waves of gerd: understanding and managing gastroesophageal reflux disease
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Navigating the Waves of GERD: Understanding and Managing Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

ByStephanie Jones

Dealing with medical challenges like Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) can feel like navigating turbulent waves. This chronic condition, commonly known as acid reflux, affects millions globally, disrupting comfort and well-being. GERD’s complexity lies in its multifactorial cause rooted in lifestyle habits, genetic predisposition, and physiological factors. In this guide, we will provide insight into GERD’s…

Crohn’s vs ulcerative colitis — what are the key differences?
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Crohn’s vs Ulcerative Colitis — What Are the Key Differences?

ByStephanie Jones

According to the Centers for Disease Control, around 3.1 million adults (1.3%) have inflammatory bowel disease in the United States. Despite the fact that it affects so many Americans, there’s still confusion around two different types of IBD—Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s disease. Although these diseases share similarities, they are not the same.  Sometimes it can…

Are clinical trials safe? What you need to know

Are Clinical Trials Safe? What You Need to Know

ByStephanie Jones

You’ve probably heard about clinical trials for new drugs or treatments for diseases such as cancer or ALS. Currently, more than 420,000 trials are being conducted in all 50 states and 221 countries.  Clinical trials are vital in the fight against diseases that affect millions of people worldwide, from the youngest among us to the…