Monthly Archives: June, 2013
Health and Quality of Life in IBS Are About More Than an Irritable Bowel
Basic introductory materials on IBS aimed at people who are undiagnosed or newly diagnosed tend to have a positive tone. We are told that there is nothing visibly wrong with our digestive tracts, that we are not at particular risk for colon cancer, and yes, we may have abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, gas and/or bloating, …
Clinical Trial: New or Ongoing Studies for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) or Pediatric Chronic Abdominal Pain, June 2013
Below is a selection of studies that have come to the attention of IBS Impact through various sources in the last few months. In most cases, the description below is a summary of major qualifications and details available, and other restrictions may apply. If interested, please contact each listed sponsor or study site directly for …
Representative McGovern of Massachusetts Co-Sponsors HR 842 for Functional Gastrointestinal and Motility Disorders
UPDATE: 06/13/2015: HR 842 did not pass, but a similar bill, HR 2311, is currently in the House of Representatives for 2015-2016. Please click on the HR 2311 sub-category on the right sidebar of this blog to see the relevant posts. According to THOMAS, the Library of Congress legislative database, and IFFGD/the Digestive Health Alliance, on …
Representative Welch of Vermont Co-Sponsors HR 842. Congressional Call-In Day for Functional Gastrointestinal and Motility Disorders is June 5, 2013
UPDATE: 06/13/2015: HR 842 did not pass, but a similar bill, HR 2311, is currently in the House of Representatives for 2015-2016. Please click on the HR 2311 sub-category on the right sidebar of this blog to see the relevant posts. According to THOMAS, the Library of Congress legislative database, and IFFGD/the Digestive Health Alliance, as …
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