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How Does a Nasogastric Tube Work?

Find out how nasogastric (NG) tubes help deliver essential nutrients and medications, plus learn about potential risks and management.

Research identifies a promising path to developing therapies to treat esophageal tumors

Research led by Case Western Reserve University has identified a promising path to developing therapies to treat esophageal tumors––a form of cancer that not only is among the most deadly, but also...

Heartburn Relief: Natural Antacids, Medication, and Prevention

Find out how to relieve the symptoms of heartburn with natural antacids, over-the-counter medications, prescriptions, and lifestyle changes.

Esophageal Cancer: Key Terms to Know

Top 10 Home Remedies for Acid Reflux and GERD

Natural remedies like ginger and turmeric, as well as changes in diet, weight loss, and smoking cessation, can help treat acid reflux and GERD.

Types and Function of Sphincters in the Body

Learn what a sphincter is as well as the functions and disorders of the sphincters of the GI tract, urinary tract, blood vessels, and eyes.

What is an Endoscopy?

An upper endoscopy is a procedure used by doctors to examine the upper digestive system, which includes the esophagus.

GERD diet: The best and worst foods for acid reflux

Struggling with acid reflux? Find out how the GERD diet could help to ease symptoms

Warning Signs From Your Heart You Shouldn't Ignore - Health Digest

If you have heart problems, it may manifest in these symptoms -- some of which may surprise you. Learn here what warning signs of heart trouble to look out for.

Esophageal Cancer Surgery: What to Expect

It's important to be aware of the process and possible complications before surgery to remove esophageal cancer.

Cancer Risk Higher for Men Versus Women at Most Shared Anatomic Sites | Physicians Weekly

MONDAY, Aug. 8, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- The risk for cancer is higher for men than women at most shared anatomic sites,…

Bristol Myers Squibb, on a roll, touts 2 Opdivo GI cancer wins—including one earlier in treatment

It was only two months ago when Bristol Myers Squibb’s Opdivo bec | Bristol Myers Squibb’s Opdivo has two more gastrointestinal cancer trial wins under its belt. One of them is in newly diagnosed...

12 People Who Should Never Drink Coffee, Say Dietitians

We asked nutritionists about which people should be skipping the daily cup of coffee for better health, and here's what they said.

Esophageal Cancer — Early Detection and First Steps

It's important to be aware of symptoms that may be linked to esophageal cancer, which can be particularly hard to treat when diagnosed late.