Proton pump inhibitors—or PPIs—have revolutionized treatment for acid-related conditions. They can heal ulcers, ease gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and even be life-saving in certain cases.

DR Congo has declared a new Ebola outbreak in Kasai province, with 15 confirmed deaths since late August. The country's health ministry confirmed 28 suspected cases, including a pregnant woman as the ...

Being well hydrated matters to our health, but the way you drink water can have a harmful impact on digestion in the long term and exacerbate symptoms of acid reflux, a leading dietician has warned.

Acid reflux, heartburn, and GERD are distinct digestive conditions with varying symptoms and severity. Acid reflux involves stomach acid flowing back into the oesophagus, causing irritation. Heartburn ...

A UK-wide research team, led by the University of Oxford's Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences, has launched a major international study to improve surgical treatment for people suffering from ...

Hydrogels—materials like gelatin that can absorb and hold water—can aid wound healing and enable slow-release drug delivery, but they usually break down in acidic environments like the stomach.

Dr. Mehmet Oz, the newly sworn-in administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), reflected on his lifelong commitment to "change" during an appearance on "My View with Lara ...

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – On a today’s edition of “CT Buzz,” Host Natasha Lubczenko sat down with Dr. Ken Schwartz, MD, of Middlesex Health, to discuss the signs, risks, and treatment options for acid ...

Nutrient-rich almonds are recommended as part of a heart healthy diet. If you have acid reflux, you may wonder if you can eat almonds for heartburn or worry that they might aggravate your symptoms.

Acid reflux refers to the flow of stomach acid back into your esophagus, a connecting tube between your throat and stomach. It is also known as gastroesophageal reflux and occurs as heartburn, a ...

Keurig Dr Pepper will acquire Dutch coffee company JDE Peet’s in an $18 billion all-cash deal, the companies announced on Monday. Under the terms of the deal, Keurig Dr Pepper will pay JDE Peet's ...