Digestive health

Was it something you ate? Our digestive health news experts share tips and trends to keep your belly on track — from navigating your first colonoscopy to safely preparing and storing food.

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Cryptosporidiosis: Local pool-related cases revealed

The microscopic parasite can circulate in swimming pools and water parks and recently caused illnesses linked to pools at a Chula Vista resort.

Christina de Lemos of San Diego with her family

How rehabilitation helped one woman recover

After life-threatening complications following surgery, one San Diego mother rebuilt her strength and independence through rehabilitation.

Colon cancer in young people rises, age for screening drops

More people in their 20s are being diagnosed with colon cancer than ever before.

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Revolutionary cancer treatment comes to Sharp Memorial

Histotripsy eliminates liver tumors without surgery or radiation and could be a game changer for the future of cancer treatment.

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Healing in the Himalayas: Sharp team delivers GI care

Dr. Hyun Kim leads first GI screenings at the world’s highest hospital in Nepal, bringing care and hope to a remote Himalayan community.

Is diet soda bad for you?

If you drink large amounts of regular soda, switching to diet soda can reduce overall calorie intake and help prevent tooth decay. But moderation is key.

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Choosing the right cooking oil

Put down the butter and reach for these four healthy cooking oils.

Jeff Johnson of San Diego at Sharp Memorial Hospital

Finding relief after years of digestive issues (video)

After years of living with what he thought was acid reflux, Jeff Johnson found lasting relief through a minimally invasive procedure called Z-POEM.

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