In the words of science writer Robert T. Gonzalez, “When astronomers talk about the number of planets in the Milky Way Galaxy, they talk in terms of hundreds of billions. When microbiologists talk about the human microbiome — the bacteria, viruses and fungi living in and on our bodies – they talk in terms of hundreds of trillions. To put … Read More
Extensive international study unequivocally concludes colorectal cancer screening works
The evidence is in and it could not be clearer – colorectal screening works splendidly. The results of a landmark European study presented recently unequivocally concluded that mortality rates from colorectal cancer drop with proper screening tests. The study was conducted from 1989 to 2010 and was part of the comprehensive Survey of Health, Ageing and Retirement in Europe. Philippe … Read More
Don’t let your GI condition take the “jolly” out of your holidays
For most, the holiday season is a time to enjoy friends, family, festivities and food. Lots of food. Lots of food they might not usually indulge in. For individuals who suffer from a GI condition, all that food can present quandaries: “Do I go ahead and eat a slice of Aunt Betty’s special pie even though I know it will … Read More
Have you heard about GERD?
In 1999, the U.S. National Health Observances calendar was updated to designate the week of Thanksgiving as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Awareness Week. What is this condition, and why does it merit a national awareness week, especially one that includes America’s holiday centered on eating? GERD is a digestive disorder that affects the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), the muscle that … Read More
Stomach Cancer Awareness Month: Disease less prevalent in United States but remains dangerous
With November serving as host to our country’s most food-centered holiday, it seems fitting that in 2010 the U.S. Senate passed a resolution designating it as Stomach Cancer Awareness Month. Stomach cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, according to tracking statistics. Nearly one million people are diagnosed with stomach cancer each year, and the disease takes the … Read More
Gastrointestinal Associates proud of its record: zero cases of C. difficile infection
An intestinal pathogen can wreak havoc within hospitals and medical facilities, putting patients at considerable risk of infection and its accordant complications. Avoiding an outbreak is paramount at our three endoscopy centers at Gastrointestinal Associates. A recent study presented in Denver at the 53rd Interscience Conference on Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy (ICAAC) noted that the rates of Clostridium difficile infection … Read More
An Aspirin a Day…
Could something as simple as taking one low-dose aspirin a day help keep colon cancer at bay? Research indicates that, particularly for those at high risk of colorectal cancer, the regimen might be worth considering in addition to proper screening and a healthy diet. To shed some light on the subject, I’ll provide brief details from a few recent studies:
WBIR covers GIA’s public workshop for celiac disease and gluten sensitivity
Click below to view a great story from WBIR-Channel 10 on a free, public workshop for people who have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
GIA Physicians applaud FDA’s Definition of ‘Gluten Free’
Imagine if eating a certain food ingredient would not only make you sick, but also threaten your health or possibly even your life? What if you couldn’t trust that foods labeled free of this ingredient were accurate? That’s been the situation faced by millions of people who have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. The only treatment for these conditions is … Read More
“Living Well Gluten Free” workshops
Gastrointestinal Associates, in partnership with Knoxville author and celiac disease expert Janet McKenzie Prince, will present a free, public workshops to help people who have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity understand their condition and learn how to shop, prepare healthy meals and eat at restaurants. The workshop, “Living Well Gluten Free” will be held Thursday, October 17. Gastrointestinal Associates physician … Read More