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Anyone can experience short-term inflammation after being hurt in some way. These types of inflammation usually resolve over time without causing lasting effects. However, long-term or chronic inflammation can increase your risk of developing certain...

Eighteen years ago, when I was a senior at Carleton College in Minnesota, I received a phone call from my dad. He said three words that would forever change the trajectory of my life: “I have cancer.” I soon learned that his diagnosis of Stage IV colorectal...

An inflamed colon is more than just a minor inconvenience. If left untreated, it can become a chronic problem that disrupts daily life, influencing attitudes, behaviors, and how we navigate the world in general.
Contrary to common belief, ulcerative colitis isn’t “just IBS” or “a little inflammation.” Unlike other gastrointestinal issues, it’s an autoimmune attack that actually eats away at the lining of your large intestine. In its wake, it can leave raw and...

A highly contagious stomach bug is making an unwelcome return just in time for the holiday season — and it’s not the flu or Covid.
Norovirus, often referred to as the “winter vomiting disease,” has been steadily increasing in the U.S. since mid-October, with notable activity in states such as Louisiana, Michigan, and Indiana. While this season’s numbers remain below last year’s...