Anxious gastroenterology patients who receive the reassurance of a negative endoscopic exam show an immediate improvement in their health behavior, and these gains in well-being are maintained over time.
Two new studies on irritable bowel syndrome, the most common functional gastrointestinal disorder, detail the high economic and social costs of the condition in the United States.
Three recent reports underscore the need for physicians to educate patients about potential harm to the liver from herbal remedies.
The results of two recent studies underscore the need to control the symptoms of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease).
Thanks to the availability of the complete map of the human genome, which was published last February, researchers are close to cloning the gene for pediatric gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Fructose, the simple sugar found in honey and many fruits, may play an important role in the onset of common, and often unexplained gastrointestinal symptoms.
Description of a case of death resulting from recreational drug use during a rave party.
Maintenance dosing with the monoclonal antibody infliximab can prolong remission of the signs and symptoms of Crohn's disease.
Researchers at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation found that the prevalence of neoplasia among elderly patients underscored the need for colonoscopy. A related study shows that although older adults who are Medicare beneficiaries are eligible for colorectal cancer screening tests, many are not aware of the benefit.
Does coming from a family full of "lefties"tend to make a person better at remembering events? The data from two recent experiments answer in the affirmative. What's more, psychologists may finally be able to explain why kids don't remember events until they are about four years old.
Researchers at Children's Research Institute, located on the campus of Columbus Children's Hospital, designed the first-ever transgenic model (genetically modified) to show how the CREB protein (cyclic AMP response element binding protein) leads to the abnormal function of osteoclasts (cells that break down the bone), resulting in osteopetrosis.
A study at Columbus Children's Hospital suggests that by decreasing entree sizes in the National School Lunch Program, in accordance with USDA regulations, children may be more likely to consume fruits and vegetables.
A University of Arkansas researcher has developed an approach to measure the financial return on investment in various safety measures to help safety managers face difficult implementation decisions abut how to reduce operating costs.
Determining cancer's "stage" after diagnosis is crucial in helping doctors determine the best treatment and helping patients understand the extent of their disease.
Nearly every culture has some celebration of the dead that has helped form the basis of Halloween.
When donning a Halloween costume this year, consider dressing up your eyes. Spooky looks include "cat eye," "red eye," "white out," "alien," "wolf" and "black spiral."
Elderly patients who have fallen often get caught in a "downward spiral," leading to more falls, according to UAB geriatrician.
Most people have pesticides, paints and cleaning products in their home, but few know how to handle those products safely.
Oct. 20, dive into the frigid, ice-filled waters of Antarctica and join the latest adventure on the UAB interactive research Web site.
Stress may increase the chances that a skin wound will become infected, new research says. Researchers found that wounds on mice that were psychologically stressed were more than three times more likely to become infected than were wounds on non-stressed animals.
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