May 18, 2012: Chronic Heartburn May Boost Risk for Esophageal Cancer
Inflammation of tissue lining the esophagus could be the cause, study says

March 23, 2012: New Device Approved for Lingering GERD
After lifestyle changes, medication fail to relieve symptoms

March 22, 2012: Health Tip: Spot the Symptoms of GERD
Heartburn is a common sign

March 08, 2012: Acid Reflux From Chronic Heartburn May Damage Teeth
Study reveals extent of harm that GERD can cause in the mouth, but some preventive measures exist

February 01, 2012: Health Tip: Keep Heartburn Under Control
Suggestions to help put out the fire

January 24, 2012: Heartburn Meds Won't Help, May Harm Kids With Asthma
Acid-reducing drugs might boost respiratory infections in children without reflux, study finds

January 05, 2012: Chronic Heartburn a Growing Problem in U.S.
Excess weight gets biggest share of blame for increase

January 05, 2012: Have Heartburn? Get Help
Wisconsin woman urges other sufferers to not wait as long as she did

November 20, 2011: Holiday Foods May Trigger GERD Symptoms
Diet modification, meds can help relieve gastroesophageal reflux disease, experts say

September 29, 2011: No One Treatment for Acid Reflux Clearly Better Than Another: Study
Both medications and surgical treatments can work, but none of the options was clear winner

September 07, 2011: Toxic After-Effects Still Haunt 9/11 Responders
Cancer links are seen among the many ills that have surfaced since the Twin Towers fell

September 06, 2011: 9/11 Tied to Increase in Acid Reflux Disease
NYC health registry shows those in vicinity of Twin Towers more likely to develop GERD

July 06, 2011: Health Tip: Does Your Baby Have GERD?
Here are common symptoms

May 17, 2011: Pills, Surgery Both Effective for Chronic Reflux: Study
Each approach seems to ease condition, each has pluses and minuses, experts say

May 09, 2011: Popular Heartburn Meds May Boost Fracture Risk
Study sees possible link to proton pump inhibitors such as Prilosec, Prevacid and Nexium

January 31, 2011: Health Tip: Watch For Barrett's Esophagus
If you have chronic bouts of indigestion

December 20, 2010: Heartburn Drugs May Raise Pneumonia Risk
One of every 200 hospital patients taking acid-suppressing meds will develop pneumonia, study finds

December 19, 2010: For Most, Chronic Heartburn Not a Big Risk for Esophageal Cancer
Except for white men over 60, routine screening may be unnecessary, researchers say

November 24, 2010: No Link Between Heartburn Drugs and Birth Defects: Study
But experts still urge women to forgo non-essential medications during pregnancy

September 21, 2010: Plavix, Heartburn Drug Safe to Take Together: Study
No interaction seen between blood thinner, proton-pump inhibitors, researchers say

July 09, 2010: Childhood Obesity Boosts Risk of GERD
Extremely obese older children have a 40 percent higher risk of the painful digestive disease, researchers say

June 21, 2010: Health Tip: Help Manage GERD
Consider these lifestyle changes

June 07, 2010: Muscle Tone May Play a Role in GERD
If proven true, theory may someday lead to new treatments, researcher says

May 26, 2010: FDA Warns of Fracture Risk With Popular Heartburn Drugs
Label change to Nexium, Prilosec,other medications should spur patient-doctor discussions, agency says

May 10, 2010: Stomach Acid Drugs Come With Dangers, Studies Show
Potential side effects of popular proton pump inhibitors should not be ignored

April 25, 2010: Noncardiac Chest Pain May Warrant More Management: Study
Patients should be screened and monitored for heart-related conditions, researchers say

April 06, 2010: Health Tip: When Antacids May Not Be Enough
Signs you should see the doctor

March 04, 2010: Heartburn Drug Kapidex Renamed to Dexilant
FDA approves name change to avoid confusion with other drugs

March 04, 2010: Health Tip: Help Prevent Indigestion
Suggestions to ward off a sour stomach

February 03, 2010: Health Tip: Things that May Cause or Worsen GERD
Factors that could contribute to its primary symptom -- heartburn

January 12, 2010: Alzheimer's Drug Might Help Prevent Esophageal Cancer
Experimental med looks promising, researchers say

December 02, 2009: Zegerid OTC Approved for Frequent Heartburn
In original prescription formula

November 16, 2009: Certain Reflux Drugs Tied to Higher Post-Angioplasty Death Rate
Study suggests interaction between Prilosec, Protonix and blood-thinners such as Plavix

November 04, 2009: How Safe Are Popular Reflux Drugs?
Experts debate evidence linking acid-blockers to possible bone, heart problems

October 26, 2009: World Trade Center Workers Have More Cases of Acid Reflux
Study shows they have doubled risk of GERD, may be linked to mental fallout

October 12, 2009: Battered Women's Ills Go Beyond Bruises
Victims of abuse may get headaches, chest pain, infections and other health woes, study finds

September 08, 2009: Metozolv Approved for Diabetic Stomach Disorder, GERD
But long-term use could cause serious side effects

September 01, 2009: Reflux Drugs OK With Blood Thinners
Taking antacids with anti-clotting drugs doesn't change outcomes after a heart attack, researchers find

August 21, 2009: Right Match of Drug, Doctor Can Boost Reflux Outcomes
Review finds PPIs may perform better, and good rapport with physician is key

August 05, 2009: Health Tip: Babies Can Have Reflux, Too
Signs that stomach contents are backing up

July 07, 2009: Heartburn Drugs May Contribute to the Problem
Study suggests proton pump inhibitors could aggravate acid trouble

June 02, 2009: Heart Drug Combos Raise Risk of Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Specialists should consider risks vs. benefits, researcher says

June 02, 2009: Powerful Antacids Raise Chances of Fracture
But benefits still outweigh risks for patients who rely on them, experts say

May 12, 2009: Health Tip: Taking an Antacid
What you should know before you use one

May 05, 2009: Telling Heartburn From Heart Attack Can Be Tricky
Because of similar symptoms, doctors urge overreaction if in doubt

April 08, 2009: Acid Reducers May Not Help All With Asthma
Study finds benefit only for those with evident symptoms of heartburn

March 28, 2009: What You Need to Know When Your Stomach Aches
Doctor offers tips on digestive disorders

February 02, 2009: Kapidex Approved for Acid Reflux
A reformulated version of Prevacid

January 23, 2009: Traditional Nonsurgical GERD Treatments Not Impressive
But newer methods are replacing ones studied, experts say

January 21, 2009: Health Tip: If You've Got GERD
Suggestions to help manage symptoms