Tag: Gastroenterology

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  March 23, 2021

  Bloody Stool: Is It Colon Cancer or Is It Something Else?

  It can be alarming to see blood in the toilet or when wiping after a bowel movement, but in most cases, it isn't a sign of a life-threatening disease.
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  January 8, 2021

  Is COVID-19 Affecting Your Gut Health?

  A gastroenterologist explains how stress, lifestyle changes and COVID-19 could be giving you a bad "gut feeling."
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  December 15, 2020

  The Top Ten Health Nexus Articles in 2020

  As we near the end of this unprecedented year, here is a look back on our most popular stories of the year.
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  August 6, 2020

  The Curious Case of a Cushing’s Disease Diagnosis

  For roughly a year, Alaina Axford-Moore struggled to rationalize a strange set of symptoms, and her medical mystery didn't end with her diagnosis.
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  July 13, 2020

  I Didn’t Get a Colonoscopy Until I Was 61, but I Didn’t Need to Be So Scared

  Horror stories about getting a colonoscopy and the dreaded prep made Diana put off her own until a physician helped her tap the courage to make the appointment.
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  May 11, 2020

  A Patient’s Guide to JeffConnect Appointments Now Available

  Health concern or issue? There’s an app for that.
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  January 27, 2020

  Summoning the Troops
  to Attack Colon Cancer

  Creating a promising cancer vaccine from scratch is a multigenerational effort.
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  December 22, 2019

  20 Tips for a Healthier 2020

  Instead of adopting grandiose goals, incorporate small healthy enhancements to your lifestyle to be well and stay motivated.
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  December 6, 2019

  Should I Be Worried About
  Fatty Liver Disease?

  Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is serious but preventable. Learn if you’re at risk.
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  November 26, 2019

  Your Guide to a Healthier Thanksgiving

  A health guide to Thanksgiving does not have to be synonymous with tips to reduce your calorie intake at the main meal. Here are ways to support a mind body connection, from recognizing hunger cues to mindful meditation.
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  October 3, 2019

  Do Pumpkin Spice Products Have Any Nutritional Value?

  Pumpkin and pumpkin spice boast many nutritional benefits, but have you ever read the ingredients label on these products to see if they actually contain any real pumpkin or pumpkin spice?