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heartburn

When gut bugs go rogue

Study suggests some heartburn meds can actually increase a person's risk of developing two potentially serious stomach infections.

Patient Story

‘I had no idea what it was’

When acid reflux led to Barrett’s esophagus, ablation treatment saved James Ritchie's way of life.

Heartburn meds linked to chronic kidney disease

"If you don't need these medicines, you shouldn't take them," a doctor shares.

What you don’t know (but should) about stomach cancer

Early diagnosis is key in treating this particularly aggressive, and sneaky, type of cancer.

Are heartburn meds and heart attack risk linked?

Our experts weigh in on this latest study

Patient Story

3 steps to ‘Oh, what a relief it is’

Experts offer ways to get relief from frequent acid reflux.

What is GERD?

GERD happens when gastric acid from your stomach backs up into your food pipe or esophagus.