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October 19, 2026

Colorectal surgery: Recovering in the hospital and at home

Learn what to expect after you’ve had bowel surgery.

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Go with the flow: Facts about fiber and types of fiber

Black-eyed peas. Sweet potatoes. Kidney beans. Did you know that many Southern favorites are filled with fiber?

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Signs of colon cancer: What everyone should know

Early discovery can have a significant impact on a patient’s survival rate.

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Colorectal cancer is on the rise in young people

What you need to know about colorectal cancer screenings and symptom monitoring.

Tips to help your child find constipation relief

How to keep things moving when your child is constipated.

Listen to your gut about when to take probiotics

Don’t waste your money on expensive supplements unless you’re taking antibiotics or having gastrointestinal symptoms.

A parent’s guide to surviving the stomach bug

How to identify, manage and prevent gastrointestinal illness in kids.

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Signs and symptoms of pancreatitis: What to know

Learn the signs of pancreatitis, how to minimize your risk, and what to do if you experience symptoms.

When your child should see a GI about vomiting

Most bouts of vomiting are caused by bugs. Here’s when it could be something more.

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What to expect from colonoscopy prep

This screening test is so important for avoiding colorectal cancer. Here's how to ace it.

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7 things you can do to help prevent colorectal cancer

Fortunately, the best ways to avoid colon cancer are things you can control.

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Quiz: Am I a candidate for weight-loss surgery?

Have you struggled to achieve and stay at a healthy weight? Learn if you might qualify for the next step: weight-loss surgery.

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What is functional medicine?

This approach to medical care considers the body's interacting systems.