May 20, 2013: Losing Weight May Ease Chronic Heartburn
Study found shedding pounds reduced GERD symptoms among overweight, obese patients

May 20, 2013: Swallowing Magnets Can Be Fatal for Children
Neodymium magnets are powerful enough to cause significant damage to digestive tract, researchers say

May 20, 2013: Extra Vitamin D May Ease Crohn's Symptoms, Study Finds
Improvements reported in muscle strength, fatigue and quality of life

May 15, 2013: Simponi Approved for Ulcerative Colitis
Blocks process that contributes to abnormal inflammation

May 10, 2013: Good Diet Helps People Manage Celiac Disease
Effects of gluten intolerance can be minimized with proper nutrition, expert says

May 08, 2013: Could Adaptable Bacteria Cause Repeat Urinary Tract Infections?
Study of 4 women found E. coli that 'migrated' and thrived

May 06, 2013: Flu Vaccine Safe for Kids With Crohn's, Colitis: Study
It may even reduce their bowel symptoms, researchers say

April 24, 2013: 'Gut Reaction' May Predict Cardiovascular Risk
Higher levels of stomach substance called TMAO linked to heart attack, stroke, study suggests

April 23, 2013: Many Parents Give Kids Cold Medicines When They Shouldn't, Survey Finds
They often miss fine print on the label warning against use in children younger than 4 years old

April 18, 2013: Number of U.S. Foodborne Illness Cases Stalled: CDC
More vigilance needed from regulators, industry and consumers, health official says

April 17, 2013: Fecal Transplant Studied for Kids With Bowel Disease
Symptoms of ulcerative colitis disappeared for one-third of patients after process

April 16, 2013: Colic May Be Linked to Childhood Migraine, Study Says
Expert suspects disrupted sleep cycles might play a role in both disorders

April 05, 2013: Health Tip: Before You Take This Heartburn Medication...
Factors to consider when using a proton pump inhibitor

April 03, 2013: Health Tip: When Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms Flare
Ask your doctor about dietary adjustments

April 02, 2013: Study Pinpoints Women at Risk for Blood Clots From Pregnancy
Factors include age, disease history and weight

March 21, 2013: They're Cute, But Chicks Carry Salmonella Dangers
Major 2012 outbreak was linked to mail-order chicks, ducklings, CDC says

March 20, 2013: 'Cruise Ship Virus' Also Sickens 1 Million U.S. Kids Yearly
Norovirus has overtaken rotavirus in causing gastric illness, CDC study finds

March 11, 2013: Kids' Pet Frogs Caused Salmonella Outbreak: CDC
Infection traced to animals bred at single California facility

March 06, 2013: Health Tip: Don't Let GERD Interrupt Your Sleep
Follow these suggestions to minimize symptoms

February 27, 2013: No Risks to Pregnancy Seen With Morning Sickness Drug
Large Danish study of odansetron found no rise in miscarriage, birth defects

February 22, 2013: Heartburn Meds May Often Be Taken for Too Long, at Too-High Doses
Study of U.S. veterans found many stay on drugs such as Prilosec for months, years without reevaluation

February 20, 2013: Magnetic Implant May Ease Chronic Acid Reflux
Study found device allowed some heartburn patients to stop taking medication

February 20, 2013: Study Finds No Tie Between Acne Drug Accutane and Crohn's, Colitis
New data involving 45,000 women may settle the question, experts say

February 13, 2013: Patients Urged to Watch for Trouble After Colon Surgery
Wound drainage, bowel problems, fever can signal post-op complications, expert panel says

February 11, 2013: C-Section, Formula May Disrupt 'Good' Gut Bacteria in Babies
But, small study did not determine effect on children's future health

January 31, 2013: Pet Hedgehogs Linked to Salmonella Outbreak in 8 States
CDC is investigating cases of rare strain of stomach bug linked to the animals

January 29, 2013: CDC Ranks Foods Most Likely to Make Americans Sick
Contaminated leafy greens were biggest cause of illness, while meats caused more deaths

January 28, 2013: Constipation Treatments Not Equally Effective: Review
Seniors with condition can suffer serious health problems

January 25, 2013: Chronic Heartburn Could Spur Asthma in Some Patients
Study reinforces the link, and a new test might be better at spotting the problem, experts say

January 25, 2013: Common Painkillers Tied to Kidney Risks for Children: Study
Expert says NSAIDs are overused for treating kids with fever

January 24, 2013: CDC Researchers Spot Increase in New 'Stomach Bug' Strain
A norovirus from Australia caused majority of U.S. outbreaks at the end of 2012

January 24, 2013: Salmonella Cause of Most Foodborne-Illness Outbreaks: CDC
Clean separate, cook and cool foods to stay safe, experts say

January 24, 2013: Vaccinating Kids Against Common Gut Bug Helps Shield Adults Too: Study
Rotavirus infection causes severe gastrointestinal symptoms and can be deadly

January 21, 2013: FDA Approves 1st Skin Patch to Combat Migraines
Zecuity treats headache and the nausea that can make it hard for some sufferers to swallow pills, experts say

January 20, 2013: How to Tell If Your Child Is Too Sick for School: Expert
If kids aren't well enough to learn, it's best to keep them home

January 14, 2013: Early Parkinson's Patients May Suffer Some Symptoms in Silence
Yet help is possible if doctors know about the problem, study suggests

January 14, 2013: Could Baby's Tummy Bacteria Help Spur Colic?
Balance of good/bad microbes may determine which infants have common condition, study suggests

December 31, 2012: Health Tip: Soothing Morning Sickness
Suggestions to help you feel better

December 28, 2012: Health Tip: Understanding Morning Sickness
Potential complications of severe cases

December 25, 2012: Keep Kitchen Utensils Clean While Preparing Holiday Meal
Cross-contamination can occur easily during cooking process, study says

December 21, 2012: Survival Equal in 2 Types of Abdominal Aneurysm Repair: Study
Less-invasive endovascular method now an acceptable alternative to open surgery, Hopkins researcher says

December 21, 2012: Gattex Approved for Short Bowel Syndrome
Provides nutrition for people with surgically removed intestine

December 20, 2012: Palliative Care Eases Suffering for Seniors at End of Life: Study
Such patients in long-term care were less depressed, had fewer ER visits

December 19, 2012: Scientists Now See 200 Genes Linked to Crohn's Disease
Findings may eventually lead to better treatments, researchers say

December 18, 2012: Speed Bumps May Aid Appendicitis Diagnosis
Researchers suggest asking patients if pain surged when they hit traffic humps

December 14, 2012: Trained Beagle Sniffs Out Troublesome Hospital Infection
Dogs like Cliff are giving a whole new meaning to 'pet scan'

December 12, 2012: Dishwashing Won't Kill Tummy-Troubling Norovirus: Study
Better cleaning agents needed to curb infection, researchers say

December 06, 2012: FDA Issues Warning for Nature's Deli Chicken Jerky Dog Treats
One lot may be infected with salmonella, health officials say

December 04, 2012: New Guidelines Urge Limiting Endoscopy for GERD
Women should not undergo routine screening, and many men don't need it either, according to American College of Physicians

November 25, 2012: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazards Rise in Colder Weather
Heating devices such as fireplaces, furnaces, lanterns can emit deadly gas