Tag Archives: acid reflux disease
Untreated acid reflux can cause esophageal cancer
April is dedicated to raising awareness about esophageal cancer and educating the public on the risks posed by persistent heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Esophageal cancer is one of the deadliest cancers and is increasing faster than any other cancer in the United States. Sadly, only one in five esophageal cancer patients survives five […]
Hernia and reflux disease solutions seminar
Are you or someone you know dealing with hernia symptoms or acid reflux disease? If so, there’s great news about advanced treatment options available at Riverwood Healthcare Center in Aitkin. Join us for an informative community health seminar, “Hernia and Reflux Solutions,” on Thursday, February 20, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at CoHaus, located at […]
Reflux, heartburn awareness at Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time for celebration, togetherness, and indulging in delicious foods. It’s also GERD Awareness Week, when Riverwood Healthcare Center takes the time to promote awareness of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and the heightened risk of uncomfortable symptoms like heartburn and acid reflux. Here are some helpful tips to help prevent GERD symptoms while […]
Reflux, heartburn solutions seminar
Are you or someone you know suffering from heartburn or reflux disease? If so, there’s good news about the treatment options available locally. Learn more at a “Solutions for Reflux and Heartburn” program on Tues., May 7, 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at CoHaus, 680 E. US Highway 2, in Grand Rapids. Dr. Andrew Loveitt, reflux […]
Acid reflux can cause esophageal cancer
The month of April is dedicated to promoting Esophageal Cancer awareness and education around the risk posed by persistent heartburn or acid reflux disease (GERD). Esophageal cancer is deadly and is increasing at a faster rate than any other cancer in the United States. Only one in five esophageal cancer patients will survive five years […]
Eat and drink wisely to avoid reflux, heartburn
Each year during Thanksgiving week, Riverwood Healthcare Center joins the national observance for promoting awareness of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) to provide education and to connect those who are suffering from GERD to resources and care. Ten tips for curbing GERD symptoms during the Thanksgiving holiday include: Schedule an earlier meal. It’s best not to […]
Acid reflux care makes eating enjoyable again
Acid reflux symptoms were not a problem for Barry Anderson until a few years ago. Anderson explains: “When I would bend over, I would get a burning feeling in my throat that would last two to three days. I also felt nauseous. I got referred to a reflux specialist by my primary care provider, Nurse […]