45 is the New 50 for Colon Health
You’ve heard it said before: “30 is the new 21” or “40 is the new 30.” What’s going on when science says “45 is the new 50?” The Digestive Health Centers in DFW are at the forefront of addressing this…
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Hidden Health Care Costs To Watch Out For This Year
Wouldn’t it be nice if shopping for healthcare was as easy as buying a new pair of shoes? Instead, you go to your primary care physician, who refers you to a specialist, who tells you where they will perform the…
Why Regular Colon Cancer Screenings Are Just as Vital as Mammograms
If you have attended your mammogram appointments in Dallas, TX, well done. It’s great that you’re aware of your breast cancer risk and are taking positive action to detect any abnormalities. Early treatment is the best treatment! Of course, that’s…
American Cancer Society Changes Recommended Colonoscopy Age from 50 to 45
Yale Medicine Colon & Rectal surgeons report seeing young patients with a diagnosis of colorectal cancer more often these days, and during one week last year they saw seven patients aged 35 or under with rectal cancer. This experience on the…
Foods That Cause Heartburn & Foods That Help Heartburn
There are several foods that tend to trigger heartburn symptoms in a large number of people. Most of these foods relax your esophageal sphincter (LES), which is the muscle that connects your esophagus to your stomach. When this muscle relaxes,…
The Truth about At-Home Colon Cancer Screenings
With the invention of products that make colon cancer screening as easy as going to the bathroom, it’s no wonder so many people are considering this DIY-style of healthcare. While this simplicity seems like a great idea, there are…
Why Should You Get a Colonoscopy?
Everyone needs a colonoscopy, including you. Everyone over the age of 45 is at average risk of colon cancer—90 percent of cases are diagnosed in people over the age of 45. That means that once you blow out those 45…
Patient Satisfaction
In the past several years, conflicting studies have emerged involving the relationship between patient satisfaction and quality healthcare. An article in the New England Journal of Medicine in 2013 asked, “Do patients’ reports of their health care experiences reflect the…
Guide to Managing a High Deductible Health Plan
Navigating the maze of health insurance acronyms like HDHP, PPO, HMO, HSA, and FSA can be perplexing, impacting both your finances and health coverage. Digestive Health Centers and the GI doctors in Dallas clarify these terms, ensuring our patients can…
Are You at Risk For Colon Cancer?
Taking any steps towards colon cancer prevention is always wise, but many overlook the possibility of colon cancer symptoms. Do you know if you should be screened for colon cancer? At Digestive Health Associates, with locations in both Dallas and…
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