An Important Q&A for National Men’s Health Month In honor of the 23rd annual National Men’s Health Month, we encourage the men in our lives—and across the nation—to take charge of their health by investing time in preventive screenings, such as a colonoscopy. That’s because early detection and regular checkups are key to successfully treating […]
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No matter what tummy trouble you may be experiencing, the Grill Master and Debbie Dietician have you covered. Check out their tips for keeping your digestive system happy while enjoying BBQ season:
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In the spirit of the 18th annual National Women’s Health Week, we are encouraging women to make all aspects of their health a priority, especially their gastrointestinal health. To that end, we thought it would be beneficial to sit down with our premier female physician Dr. Claudia Barghash to discuss the issues surrounding women and […]
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Colon cancer—also known as colorectal cancer—is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in the U.S. Though the risk of developing colon cancer is approximately one in 20—five percent—it is a largely preventable and treatable disease thanks to regular screenings.* In honor of Colon Cancer Awareness Month, here are five fascinating myths about colon cancer that […]
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This year, we are supporting the National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable’s (NCCRT) new initiative, “80% by 2018.” The American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) has also joined this national coalition of organizations committed to eliminating colorectal cancer as a major health problem. Together, we are working toward the shared goal of reaching 80% of eligible adults screened for colorectal cancer by 2018.
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Maintaining a good body weight goes far beyond the satisfaction of slipping into your favorite pair of jeans or turning heads at the beach; keeping excess weight off has a multitude of health benefits that will keep you moving for years to come.
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We at Digestive Healthcare Center (DHC)—along with and Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (BCBSNJ) and Beacon Health Options (Beacon) have launched a new and innovative pilot program that integrates mental and physical treatments in order to improve care for patients with Crohn’s disease.
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Our very own Dr. Claudia Barghash is credited as a source for an article in the January 2017 edition of Redbook magazine. Dr. Barghash was asked to provide her valued insight on tips regarding alcohol consumption for women.
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Established in 1999 by the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD), GERD Awareness Week is officially part of the U.S. National Health Observances (NHO) calendar, falling on the week of Thanksgiving.
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What to Look Out for This Halloween When Living With IBS and GERD Trick or treat! It’s that special time of year again where the ghosts and goblins roam the streets, carved pumpkins decorate the lawns and where the hidden talent of a zombie make-up artist is unearthed. This one day makes us all kids […]
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