Gastro Girl Blog

A collection of helpful articles curated and written by Gastro Girl.

July 13, 2020

Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) and COVID-19 Risk: What You Need to Know

The American Journal of Gastroenterology released the following study examining the relationship between use of PPIs and risk of COVID-19. Here are some key take-aways that patients can use to discuss this study with their healthcare provider.

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June 4, 2018

Did You Know Heartburn is Linked to Esophageal Cancer?

In an effort to inform the public about the link between chronic heartburn and esophageal adenocarcinoma, one of the fastest growing cancers in the US, The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) today launched a public service campaign that stresses how recent advances in the detection and treatment of precancerous cells, make gastroenterologists better equipped to help prevent this cancer before it can even start.

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