Malignant lesions and precancerous polyps aren't the only abnormalities that can be detected during colonoscopies. ...more

March 25, 2009

Based on its ability to literally destroy a person's large intestine and resist attempts to treat it, the bacterium Clostridium difficile has been dubbed a "superbug." For nearly two decades researchers and clinicians had been trying with little success to tame C-diff as it spreads around the globe causing severe, life-threatening intestinal illness. ...more

March 4, 2009

A long-awaited federal study of an X-ray alternative to the dreaded colonoscopy confirms its effectiveness at spotting most cancers, although it was far from perfect. ...more

September 18, 2008

Weight-loss medications are intended to supplement, not replace, healthy lifestyle choices. ...more

July 3, 2008

Some scientists think they have figured out the real job of the troublesome and seemingly useless appendix: It produces and protects good germs for your gut. ...more

October 6, 2007