Archive: 11/12/2014
Tips on how to avoid holiday heartburn from a gastroenterologist
President Obama's recent diagnosis of acid reflux is prompting wide awareness of an ailment that is especially prevalent at this time of year. Fortunately, acid reflux and its complications can be avoided, as a Loyola gastroenterologist ...
Dec 11, 2014
Study establishes connection between gut microbiota and Parkinson's disease
Parkinson's disease sufferers have a different microbiota in their intestines than their healthy counterparts, according to a study conducted at the University of Helsinki and the Helsinki University Central Hospital. Researchers ...
Dec 11, 2014
Researchers identify method to assess UTI risk after pelvic-floor surgery
Researchers at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine may have identified a way to assess who is at risk for developing a urinary tract infection (UTI) following pelvic-floor surgery. These findings were reported ...
Dec 11, 2014
UK on verge of steep lung disease rise in young adults - due to heavy spliff smoking?
The UK needs to be prepared for a steep rise in the number of young adults affected by a severe form of lung disease due to their regular cannabis and tobacco use - lung specialists will tell the British Thoracic Society ...
Dec 11, 2014