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IBD and Nutrition
People with Crohn's and colitis can become malnourished because they can't absorb certain nutrients. Listen to experts discuss the complex topic of food nutritional problems in people with IBD.

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Symptoms of Carcinoid
Turning red at a party can mean you've had one drink too many. But flushing is sometimes a sign of carcinoid disease. Learn about these slow-growing, often-overlooked cancers.

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Talking with Your Doctor
Talking with your doctor can sometimes be difficult. Good health care, however, depends on an open dialogue between patients and doctors.

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Kids Coping with IBD
Listen to a panel discussion of children and teenagers with Crohn's and ulcerative colitis, types of inflammatory bowel disease. The children discuss how IBD has affected their lives and the coping strategies they used to manage their disease.

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Treating Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative colitis is a chronic disease. Although there is no cure, there are effective treatment options. Here's an overview of what's available.

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What Is Ulcerative Colitis?
Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease or IBD that causes chronic inflammation of the colon or large intestine. Here's what you need to know about this disease.

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Overuse of Common Painkillers
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are used by many people to relieve pain. However, since they are so commonly used, most people don't think twice about taking them. Learn why excessive use of these seemingly harmless medications can actually cause a variety of problems.

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Treating Advanced Colorectal Cancer
Learn about treatment options that are available for patients with advanced-stage colorectal cancer.

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Treating Stomach Cancer
Gastric cancer, more commonly known as stomach cancer, is one of the most common cancers in the world. Learn more about this cancer and what treatments are available.

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Treating Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer affects the colon and rectum, and catching it early can save your life. Learn how you can reduce your risk of getting colorectal cancer.

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IBD Surgery
People with inflammatory bowel disease often face surgery. New techniques can speed recovery and reduce post-operative discomfort. Meet an 18-year-old woman with ulcerative colitis, and follow along as she makes the decision to undergo laparoscopic surgery.

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What is Gastric Cancer?
This year, over 22,000 Americans will be diagnosed with gastric cancer, another name for stomach cancer. Tune in now to learn if you are at risk for this disease.

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Next Steps After a Diagnosis
Being diagnosed with a disease or serious condition can come as a shock. Hear what experts have to say about coming to grips with whatever ails you.

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Gut-friendly Nutrition
Cancers of the GI system are among the most preventable. Learn how simple changes in diet can help keep your digestive system healthy and possibly prevent colon cancer.

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Laparoscopic Surgery
A tiny camera called laparoscope can be used to peek inside the body and diagnose disease. Learn how this minimally invasive technique is now being used for intestinal surgery.

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IBD and Colorectal Cancer
Doctors say regular colon cancer screening is important for people with long-term inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Listen as experts explain how IBD patients can maximize their chances of an early diagnosis.

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Hepatitis Overview
Many people with viral hepatitis don't know they are infected. Listen as experts discuss who should be tested and review the causes, prevention and treatment of the various types of hepatitis.

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Risk for Colorectal Cancer
People with colitis and Crohn's disease have an increased risk of developing colorectal cancer. Listen as experts explain the link between IBD and cancer of the colon.

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Dining Out with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Meals can pose big challenges to people living with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. They can be challenging enough at home. But what about when eating out? For real-world tips on controlling diet when eating at restaurants and in other people's homes, watch this webcast sponsored exclusively by the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America.

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Understanding IBD
Few diseases generate as many misconceptions as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Listen to host Bettina Gregory and two gastroenterologists get down to the basics of Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

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Cooking for People with IBD
The kitchen is where problems sometimes start and where solutions are often found for people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). For the latest on food, nutrition and IBD, join host Bettina Gregory and two guests who share nutrition tips and special recipes for people with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

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Medication Strategies for Heartburn
Choosing heartburn medicines is easier if you know how they work against acid. In this program, experts explain the difference among common treatments.

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Is Heartburn Medicine Working?
How do you know which heartburn medicine will bring you the best relief? Researchers studying acid reflux can tell us how they measure relief. But what does that mean for the millions of people who suffer occasional heartburn? Listen to gastroenterologists describe what they know about quelling the discomfort of heartburn.

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When is Heartburn Just Heartburn?
Heartburn has millions of Americans running to the shelves of their supermarkets and drugstores to end their discomfort. Most of the time, over-the-counter medicines and lifestyle changes can provide relief. Listen in as doctors explain the symptoms of heartburn, when you can safely self-medicate, and what warning signs require medical evaluation.

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Alcohol and Your Liver
Most people know that alcohol abuse can cause liver damage. But what exactly does alcohol do to your liver? And how much alcohol puts you at risk? Join our panel of experts as they discuss the ins and outs of alcoholic liver disease.

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Diverticular Disease
Diverticular disease is a common colon disorder, affecting approximately 50 percent of people in the United States by the age of 60. Few people, however, have noticeable symptoms and discovery of the disease is often coincidental. Why is this condition so hard to detect? Join our specialists as they focus on the issues.

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Colon Cancer Treatment
Being diagnosed with colon cancer is hard news to receive. Deciding how to treat it can be even more challenging. Do you know all your choices? How do you know which is best for you? Who will help you make the right treatment decisions? Join our panel as they discuss the available options--from diagnosis to treatment--and walk you through some possible scenarios.

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Surgery for Colon Cancer
Surgery is one of the most common treatment options for patients with colorectal cancer. But there are many surgical techniques out there, each appropriate for different patients with different stages of cancer. How do you and your doctor determine the best procedure for you? Join our panel of specialists as they discuss the various available techniques, and when they should be used.

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Screening for Colon Cancer
After the age of 50 every man and woman should start getting screened for colon cancer. Why? Colon cancer is considered the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S., but many cases can be cured if caught early. Still not convinced? Join our panel of experts as they discuss the benefits of screening, and describe the different options.

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Colon Cancer Chemotherapy
Although there are only a few agents available, chemotherapy is the most common form of treatment for colon cancer. What treatments are most effective, and when should they be used? What is the newest treatment available? What future agents are on the horizon? Join our panel of experts as they discuss the latest in chemotherapy for colorectal cancer.

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Intestinal Gas
Embarrassing, unpredictable and often uncomfortable, gas is a problem few people like to talk about. But everyone has a little gas now and then. When should you worry about having too much? Join our panel of gastroenterologists as they address this common and unpleasant problem.

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Treating Diarrhea
Diarrhea usually goes away on its own, but in some cases medication and other forms of treatment are necessary. What are the options? Join our panel of gastroenterologists as they discuss the various treatments for diarrhea.

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Diarrhea Causes
Constant trips to the bathroom, burning, discomfort, we've all experienced diarrhea at one time or another. But why does it occur? Some say it's just the intestine's natural way to clean house. But in some cases diarrhea could mean something more serious. When should it become a health concern? Join our panel of specialists as they discuss diarrhea and its causes.

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Colon Cancer Screening
Have you been told you should be screened for colorectal cancer but avoided it out of embarrassment or fear? It's a common reaction, but a dangerous one. Join our panel as they describe the various procedures for colon cancer screening, discuss who should get screened and explain why early detection can make a difference between life and death.

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Treating Kids with IBD
This program discusses medical issues affecting children diagnosed with Crohn's disease and ulcerative coltitis, types of inflammatory bowel disease. It follows the story of a teenager and explores the effect of IBD on the teenager and her mother, and the various medical strategies used to manage the disease.

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Heartburn Medicines
Many people complain of heartburn. But in most cases, it's remarkably easy to find relief. Listen to experts explain why getting rid of heartburn may be simpler than you think.

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GI Effects from Pain Medicine
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, commonly known as NSAIDs, are taken to relieve common aches and pains. However, for some people, these drugs can cause a variety of gastrointestinal problems. Avoiding these difficulties means learning whether you are at risk for trouble.

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Why Do I Still Have Heartburn?
Heartburn medications can do a great job. But sometimes even generally-effective treatments fail. Listen to experts explain what can be done when extra protection is necessary.

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Bowel Symptoms and Bloating
Many people suffer from digestive problems that don't go away. Sometimes the problem is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This syndrome is marked by abdominal discomfort, bloating, diarrhea, constipation or alternating diarrhea and constipation. Although doctors don't know exactly what causes IBS, they have learned a great deal about the wide range of symptoms experienced by people with IBS.

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Cancer and Diarrhea
Some people undergoing chemotherapy experience diarrhea. When the diarrhea is severe, doctors are sometimes forced to cut back on the cancer treatment. Listen to the story of a patient whose problem is under control with a medication that can be effective against severe cases of chemotherapy-induced diarrhea.

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IBD and Genetics
Inflammatory bowel disease can run in families, so scientists have known for a long time genes are at least partially to blame. Listen to the story of one family's experience with Crohn's disease. And learn from Dr. Judy Cho about her breakthrough discovery of the first gene linked to IBD.

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Stomach Ulcers
Not too long ago doctors thought stomach ulcers were caused by stress and spicy foods. In 1982 researchers discovered a bacteria that changed our understanding of peptic ulcer disease, opening a world of treatment and relief. Listen to gastroenterologists explain why stress, alcohol and spicy food are no longer blamed.

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Living with IBD and Cancer
People who have been living with ulcerative colitis for a long time must be checked regularly for colon cancer. Listen to the story a patient that proves the value of frequent screenings.

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Colon Cancer in African-Americans
Colon cancer, which is the second leading cause of cancer deaths, typically strikes African-American men and women at a younger age. Learn what you need to know about early screening and preventing the disease.

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The Right Recipes for GERD
Can you eat the foods you like and still prevent acid reflux? A new cookbook offers tips for a guilt and GERD-free diet.

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Causes of Constipation
As anyone who has experienced it can tell you, constipation can be an uncomfortable and even painful condition. Many people experience it at one time or another and most of the time it goes away on its own. But what causes it in the first place? Join our panel of gastroenterologists as they discuss the causes of constipation and helpful ways to avoid it.

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Probiotics
Yogurt, probiotics and nutritional therapy can be a comfort to people living with inflammatory bowel disease. Listen to experts discuss this approach to treating people with Crohn's and colitis.

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Coping with GI Symptoms
Pain and bowel irregularities caused by irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can make a marked impact on day-to-day living. Abdominal discomfort, bloating, diarrhea, constipation or alternating diarrhea and constipation, can be debilitating. Learn what IBS experts say are the many treatments that can make all the difference in the quality of life of the 40 million people living with this very common intestinal disorder.

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Your Health and Your Insurance
Health insurance is important to everyone, especially people with chronic conditions like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Tune in to watch highlights from a panel discussion offering advice on how to handle problems with insurance providers.

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Advocate Hlts.
Traveling to Washington to ask Congress to support legislation can be a powerful experience. Learn how hundreds of people went to the nation's capital to help gain support for a bill to increase funding for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) research.

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Managing IBS
Some people with vague digestive symptoms needlessly suffer in silence believing there is no treatment. Abdominal discomfort, bloating, and either diarrhea, constipation or a combination of both, can be a sign of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Recent advances in the treatment of IBS make seeing a doctor the first step toward relief. Learn the many medical strategies used to treat this common intestinal disorder.

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