Healthcare Links

Below are links to healthcare-related websites that provide useful information about digestive disorders, treatments, and patient care. PA GI does not control the content of the linked websites and is not responsible for the information provided. If you have questions or concerns, speak to your physician.

National Institutes of Health Websites

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NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF DIABETES AND DIGESTIVE AND KIDNEY DISEASES

  • Information for patients, caregivers, and the public on healthcare topics. Detection and treatment information on many conditions and diseases, plus resources for healthy living.
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CELIAC DISEASE AWARENESS CAMPAIGN

  • Celiac disease is an immune reaction to gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. The Awareness Campaign gives comprehensive information about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Celiac disease.
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MEDILINEPLUS

  • MedlinePlus is produced by the National Library of Medicine, the world’s largest medical library. It brings you information about diseases, conditions, and wellness issues in language you can understand.
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National Healthcare Websites

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Colorectal Cancer Alliance

Ryan Reynolds documents his first colonoscopy to raise awareness about cancer screening. LEAD FROM BEHIND is the biggest and boldest awareness initiative ever created for colon cancer.

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CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION

  • CDC conducts critical science and provides health information that protects our nation against health threats.
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NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE

  • Information about the different types of cancer and the the diagnosis of and available treatments for the disease.
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AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

  • The American Cancer Society works to save lives and create a world with less cancer. The incidence of colorectal cancer (CRC) is rapidly increasing among younger individuals, and the disease is also being diagnosed at more advanced stages in all ages, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society. Diagnoses in people younger than 55 years doubled from 11% (1 in 10) in 1995 to 20% (1 in 5) in 2019.
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Digestive Disease Websites

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AMERICAN LIVER FOUNDATION

  • Provides information about liver in health and disease, research funding, and patient-related information.
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CELIAC DISEASE FOUNDATION

  • Information about Celiac disease and other gluten-related disorders.
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The free We Can’t Wait app offers an easy way to locate public restrooms. Download in the App Store or Google Play.

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INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR FUNCTIONAL GASTROINTESTINAL DISORDERS

  • IFFGD is your resource for reliable digestive health knowledge, support, and assistance about functional gastrointestinal (GI) and motility disorders (FGIMDs).
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CROHN'S & COLITIS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA

  • CCFA funds studies at major medical institutions and different areas of research on inflammatory bowel diseases.
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