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Researchers find potential path to a broadly protective COVID-19 vaccine using T cells. Researchers find potential path to a broadly protective COVID-19 vaccine using T cells. Key Takeaways • Using a method developed for HIV, researchers have
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Mass General Gastroenterology is continuing to provide care for our patients. We recommend that our patients keep their scheduled clinic appointments and do not postpone their gastrointestinal care, unless recommended by your physician. We are also seeing new patients for consultation. Most routine lab testing and radiology exams can be scheduled and performed. Our clinicians are available during normal clinic sessions, and also on a limited basis in our endoscopy units.
Colorectal cancer screening past age 75 lowers cancer death risk for most. Colorectal cancer screening past age 75 lowers cancer death risk for most. Key Takeaways • Colorectal cancer screening is now recommended for all adults 45 and older with
Common, serious gut disorder is under- and often misdiagnosed. Common, serious gut disorder is under- and often misdiagnosed. Key Takeaways • Rumination syndrome is little known, but relatively common. It involves effortless, repeated
In this presentation from March 8, 2021, Elizabeth Glennon, NP, reviews criteria for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and diagnostic testing used to rule out other diagnoses similar to IBS.
Does aspirin lower colorectal cancer risk in older adults? It depends on when they start.. Does aspirin lower colorectal cancer risk in older adults? It depends on when they start.. Key Takeaways • Current guidelines support routine use of aspirin
Diet and lifestyle guidelines can greatly reduce gastroesophageal reflux disease symptoms. Diet and lifestyle guidelines can greatly reduce gastroesophageal reflux disease symptoms. Key Takeaways • Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or heartburn, is
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are the most widely used heartburn medication, and for good reason: They are the strongest available option for stopping acid production at its source. But recent headlines highlight survey findings (published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology) that indicate an increased risk of COVID-19 among PPI users. But if you have heartburn does it mean you're at a higher risk for COVID-19?
Mass General study demonstrates that kidneys infected with hepatitis C can be safely transplanted into healthy recipients. Mass General study demonstrates that kidneys infected with hepatitis C can be safely transplanted into healthy recipients. Key
En este estudio de registro nacional, 13.957 adultos con colitis microscópica fueron comparados con 66.820 controles de población para investigar si la colitis microscópica está asociada con un mayor riesgo de enfermedad inflamatoria intestinal (EII).