Links to local and national health news and information
American College of Gastroenterology (http://www.acg.gi.org/)
In conjunction with the American College of Gastroenterology, this website provides complete information on the digestive diseases and is committed to quality patient care.
American Gastroenterological Association (http://www.gastro.org/index.cfm)
Providing a plethora of information on the science and practice of gastroenterology, this website is maintained by the American Gastroenterological Association, a 15,500-member organization of physicians and scientists who research, diagnose, and treat disorders of the gastrointestinal tract and liver.
American Liver Foundation (ALF) (http://www.liverfoundation.org/)
The American Liver Foundation maintains and utilizes this website to promote liver health and disease prevention.
American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) (http://www.askasge.org/)
The ASGE is dedicated to endoscopy and the prevention of colorectal cancer. Through this website, it seeks to provide the most useful resources for gastrointestinal healthcare and digestive health information.
Barrett’s Esophagus (http://www.barrettsinfo.com/)
This website provides in-depth information about the disease Barrett’s Esophagus.
Celiac Disease Foundation (CDF) (http://www.celiac.org/)
Celiac disease is a lifelong, autoimmune intestinal disorder. This website provides support, information, and assistance to people affected by this disease.
Celiac Sprue Association/USA Inc. (http://www.csaceliacs.org/)
Maintained by the non-profit Celiac Spruce Association, this website aids the mission of the organization—to help individuals with celiac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis through education, research and support.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention (http://www.cdc.gov/)
The Department of Health and Human Services maintains this website, which offers in-depth information in health and safety topics, related publications and products, and data and statistics.
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America Inc. (CCFA) (http://www.ccfa.org/)
As a non-profit organization dedicated to finding the cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, the CCFA provides detailed information about the foundation, related diseases and disorders, research and more through this website.
GERD Information Resource Center (http://www.gerd.com/)
Sponsored by AstraZeneca LP, this website provides educational information about GERD.
International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) Inc. (http://www.iffgd.org/)
As a nonprofit education and research organization, this foundation and its website are dedicated to informing, assisting, and supporting people with gastrointestinal disorders.
National Clearinghouse for Digestive Diseases (http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/)
As a service of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), this website offers a variety of information on digestive diseases including statistics, clinical trials, patient organizations and more.
National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (http://www.celiaccentral.org/)
The National Foundation for Celiac Awareness manages this website and provides a wealth of information about the disease and the foundation.
Weight-control Information Network (WIN) (http://www.niddk.nih.gov/health/nutrit/nutrit.htm)
The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) established the Weight-control Information Network (WIN) to provide up-to-date, science-based information on obesity, weight control, physical activity, and related nutritional issues.
Medication
Prevacid (lansoprazole) (http://www.prevacid.com/)
Prevacid is a prescription medicine that treats acid reflux disease. This website offers information about heartburn, acid reflux disease, ulcers and Prevacid prdocuts.
Nexium ä (esomeprazole magnesium) (http://www.purplepill.com/)
Nexium is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of frequent, persistent heartburn due to acid reflux disease. This website provides information about Nexium and how it may help you.
Prilosec â (omeprazole) (http://www.prilosecotc.com/)
Prilosec is an over-the-counter medicine used to treat heartburn. One pill works for up to 24 hours. Learn more about Prilosec at its website.