Articles for Tag: "diarrhea"

Rates of this chronic condition triple previous estimates 
Rates of this chronic condition triple previous estimates
More than 3 million U.S. adults may be living with this disease, according to a new government report.
How travel wreaks havoc on your stomach  Featured
How travel wreaks havoc on your stomach
A gastroenterologist identifies the main culprits and offers tips to avoid digestive issues while on vacation.
Get the facts on cruise ship illnesses 
Get the facts on cruise ship illnesses
Before you say bon voyage, learn how to avoid sea sickness.
How contaminated is that swimming pool? 
How contaminated is that swimming pool?
Stay safe by avoiding fecal matter and urine during your next swim.
Two simple blood tests can diagnose IBS 
Two simple blood tests can diagnose IBS
Years of invasive testing and doctor’s visits are no longer needed to detect this condition.
How hand washing can prevent C. diff 
How hand washing can prevent C. diff
New research puts a spotlight on ways that health care workers, patients and hospital visitors can help stop the spread of this infection.
Can probiotics prevent children from getting sick? 
Can probiotics prevent children from getting sick?
A recent study in Mexico has found that children who take probiotics had fewer infections.