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VIDEO: TikTok’s fake ‘No Poop July’ challenge could cause real harm
In a Healio video exclusive, Austin Chiang, MD, MPH, discusses an annual TikTok trend, “No Poop July,” and warns of the potentially harmful effects of participating in this type of fake, health-related challenge.
AGA praises Treat and Reduce Obesity Act reintroduction to expand obesity care in Medicare
The AGA applauded the reintroduction of the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act into the 118th Congress as this bill would expand Medicare coverage for screening and treatment of obesity by health care providers specializing in obesity care.
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Lawsuit claims Ozempic, Mounjaro labels ‘downplayed severity’ of gastroparesis
A personal injury law firm has filed a lawsuit against Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly, alleging the manufacturers “downplayed the severity of the gastrointestinal events caused by Ozempic and Mounjaro,” such as gastroparesis and gastroenteritis.
Multidisciplinary, patient-centered care key to managing belching, bloating and distention
A new clinical practice update from the AGA highlights the value of physical examination, effective communication and integrated care in the diagnosis and management of patients with belching, abdominal bloating or distention.
Persistent villous atrophy heightens risk for complications, mortality in celiac disease
Researchers have developed and validated a five-point score to identify patients with celiac disease at risk for persistent villous atrophy, which is associated with complications and mortality and warrants follow-up evaluation.
Bowel movement frequency, gut microbiome linked to cognitive function
Chronic constipation was associated with worse cognitive function, equal to 3 years of additional aging, according to research presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference.
FDA gains steam in 2023: GI pipeline boasts numerous milestones, 2 crucial setbacks
The first half of 2023 has already seen landmark FDA decisions in the gastroenterology space, including multiple first-in-class therapies along with two costly rejections that highlight persistent gaps in the GI drug armory.
Healio seeks nominees for Disruptive Innovators Awards in gastroenterology
Healio will present its sixth annual Disruptive Innovators Awards for gastroenterology and hepatology this fall.
FDA approves Linzess as first treatment for pediatric functional constipation
The FDA has approved Linzess, the first therapy for pediatric functional constipation in patients aged 6 to 17 years, according to an agency release.
VIDEO: Celiac disease increases risk for pregnancy, delivery complications in women
CHICAGO — In a Healio video exclusive, Claire Jansson-Knodell, MD, shares data that show pregnant women with celiac disease are at greater risk for placental diseases, obstetric complications and having babies small for gestational age.
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