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Certain Reflux Drugs Tied to Higher Post-Angioplasty Death Rate (16-Nov-2009) Study suggests interaction between Prilosec, Protonix and blood-thinners such as Plavix

How Safe Are Popular Reflux Drugs? (04-Nov-2009) Experts debate evidence linking acid-blockers to possible bone, heart problems

World Trade Center Workers Have More Cases of Acid Reflux (26-Oct-2009) Study shows they have doubled risk of GERD, may be linked to mental fallout

Battered Women's Ills Go Beyond Bruises (12-Oct-2009) Victims of abuse may get headaches, chest pain, infections and other health woes, study finds

Metozolv Approved for Diabetic Stomach Disorder, GERD (08-Sep-2009) But long-term use could cause serious side effects

Reflux Drugs OK With Blood Thinners (01-Sep-2009) Taking antacids with anti-clotting drugs doesn't change outcomes after a heart attack, researchers find

Right Match of Drug, Doctor Can Boost Reflux Outcomes (21-Aug-2009) Review finds PPIs may perform better, and good rapport with physician is key

Health Tip: Babies Can Have Reflux, Too (05-Aug-2009) Signs that stomach contents are backing up

Heartburn Drugs May Contribute to the Problem (07-Jul-2009) Study suggests proton pump inhibitors could aggravate acid trouble

Heart Drug Combos Raise Risk of Gastrointestinal Bleeding (02-Jun-2009) Specialists should consider risks vs. benefits, researcher says

Powerful Antacids Raise Chances of Fracture (02-Jun-2009) But benefits still outweigh risks for patients who rely on them, experts say

Health Tip: Taking an Antacid (12-May-2009) What you should know before you use one

Telling Heartburn From Heart Attack Can Be Tricky (05-May-2009) Because of similar symptoms, doctors urge overreaction if in doubt

Acid Reducers May Not Help All With Asthma (08-Apr-2009) Study finds benefit only for those with evident symptoms of heartburn

What You Need to Know When Your Stomach Aches (28-Mar-2009) Doctor offers tips on digestive disorders

Kapidex Approved for Acid Reflux (02-Feb-2009) A reformulated version of Prevacid

Traditional Nonsurgical GERD Treatments Not Impressive (23-Jan-2009) But newer methods are replacing ones studied, experts say

Health Tip: If You've Got GERD (21-Jan-2009) Suggestions to help manage symptoms

Health Tip: Preventing Indigestion (08-Jan-2009) Don't rush through meals

Osteoporosis Drug Prompts Increase in Certain Bone Cells (31-Dec-2008) Scientists not sure if finding points to potential problems; maker stands by medication

Acid Reflux Linked to Chronic Croup (22-Sep-2008) Study says the finding could help many children with the breathing condition

HRT Use Raises Risk of Stomach Trouble (08-Sep-2008) Menopausal women who take hormones face greater chance of GERD, study finds

Gastric Band Weight-Loss Surgery Can Boost Reflux (22-Aug-2008) Obese patients with GERD may choose gastric bypass instead, experts say

Powerful Antacid Drugs Raise Fracture Risk (11-Aug-2008) Proton pump inhibitors taken for more than 7 years quadrupled chance of hip breaks, study finds

New Therapy Freezes Out Esophageal Cancers (08-Aug-2008) Cryoablation attractive option for older patients with other medical issues, team says

Health Tip: Prevent Heartburn (30-Jul-2008) Stay clear of foods that cause symptoms

Noninvasive Surgery Effective for Acid Reflux Disease (25-Jun-2008) New technique eliminates pain, requires less recovery time, surgeon says

Health Tip: Keep GERD Under Control (06-Jun-2008) Treatment can prevent complications

Health Tip: Foods That Can Aggravate Heartburn (07-May-2008) Avoid making it worse

Common Medications Could Cause Physical Impairment in the Elderly (03-May-2008) Drugs for acid reflux, urinary incontinence 'slow down' seniors, studies say

GERD Drug Approved for Younger Children (28-Feb-2008) Ages 1 to 11

Health Tip: Is GERD Causing Sleep Problems? (20-Feb-2008) Suggestions to tame your heartburn

FDA Confirms No Heart Risk From Heartburn Drugs (11-Dec-2007) Preliminary studies had suggested possible problems with Prilosec and Nexium

Health Tip: Kids Get Indigestion, Too (08-Nov-2007) Here's how to help prevent it

Reflux Problems Not Limited to Adults (06-Nov-2007) Babies and children can also suffer from severe gastric distress, experts say

Anti-Reflux Drugs May Be Overprescribed in Infants (05-Nov-2007) As many as four in five treated babies didn't have excess stomach acid, study finds

Chronic Reflux Often Leads to Sleepless Nights (18-Oct-2007) Almost half of sufferers are kept awake by a variety of symptoms, survey found

Reflux Can Precipitate Chest Pain, Cough (18-Oct-2007) These symptoms should be checked out by a physician, experts say

Heartburn Can Be a Sign of Serious Disease (31-Aug-2007) Left untreated, acid reflux symptoms can cause throat strictures, cancer, group warns

Direct-to-Consumer Drug Ads Booming Despite Criticisms (15-Aug-2007) Experts suggest a shutdown on such pitches to the public

Health Tip: When Babies Spit Up (13-Jul-2007) It's not vomiting, and it's normal

Heartburn Is More Than Just an Annoyance (13-Jul-2007) It affects millions and can lead to more serious illness, experts say

Health Tip: Got GERD? (09-Jul-2007) Symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease

Ulcer-Causing Bacteria May Prevent Asthma (23-Apr-2007) H. pylori might also protect against allergies, study says

Health Tip: Heartburn Medicines May Have Side Effects (02-Jan-2007) Here are some common symptoms

Acid Reflux Adds to COPD Complications (12-Oct-2006) Patients twice as likely to experience exacerbated symptoms, study finds

Health Tip: Symptoms of Barrett's Esophagus (29-Sep-2006) People with frequent heartburn are at greater risk

Even Small Weight Gains Up GERD Risk (31-May-2006) Study found those of normal weight who put on a few pounds had more gastrointestinal problems

Health Tip: Prevent Heartburn (20-Apr-2006) Watch what and when you eat

Health Tip: Heart Attack or Indigestion? (20-Mar-2006) How to tell the difference

3 Million Americans Could Have Barrett's Esophagus (14-Dec-2005) The condition leads to esophageal cancer, researchers say

Minimally Invasive Surgery Effective for GERD (19-Oct-2005) Patients report low levels of complications, high levels of satisfaction

Got GERD? Weight Loss May Help (02-Aug-2005) Extra pounds double risk of digestive disorder, study finds

GERD May Be Linked to Cancers (21-JUN-2005) Researchers find relationship to adenocarcinoma of esophagus

Health Tip: Go Easy With Antacids (16-JUN-2005) Too many could be harmful

Health Tip: When Babies Spit Up (26-MAY-2005) Ways to reduce frequency

Soda Before Bedtime Raises Reflux Risk (10-MAY-2005) Sleeping pills also boost nighttime heartburn, study finds

GERD: More Than a Balky Stomach (20-FEB-2005) But over-the-counter drugs can help most sufferers, experts say

Health Tip: Chest Pain Is Nothing to Sneeze At (03-FEB-2005) It's not wise to ignore chest pain

GERD: It's More Than Just Heartburn (23-NOV-2004) Acid reflux can cause serious problems, but beneficial treatments exist

Gastric Bypass Surgery Eases GERD in the Obese (15-NOV-2004) Also helps patients lose weight, improves other health problems

Surgery for GERD in Kids Doesn't Work (12-NOV-2004) Study finds 60% have recurrence of symptoms after procedure

Study Acquits Heartburn's Usual Suspects (11-NOV-2004) Finds coffee, tea, alcohol aren't culprits, but salt is

Heartburn Drugs Linked to Pneumonia (26-OCT-2004) The longer you use them, the greater the risk, study finds

Digestive Allergic Disorder Rising in Kids (25-AUG-2004) Eosinophilic esophagitis mimics gastric reflux

Health Tip: GERD (17-AUG-2004) Some suggestions for relief

Health Tip: Don't Depend on Antacids (21-JUL-2004) Overuse can lead to health problems

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