What is GERD Awareness Week, and why is it during the week of Thanksgiving? One of the most common causes of heartburn is overeating, which most of us do plenty of during Thanksgiving. This is only a snapshot of what GERD sufferers go through everyday. Learn how to avoid heartburn on Thanksgiving, and why GERD awareness is important!
Read MoreGERD Awareness Week takes place annually during the week of Thanksgiving, as many people experience increased heartburn after the big family meal. It is often a difficult time for those who struggle with GERD. In preparation of GERD Awareness Week, we’d like to help educate patients about the condition by explaining what GERD is and highlighting several surprising things many people don’t know about the condition.
Read MoreAccording to the American Gastroenterological Association, studies suggest that around one-third of the U.S. population suffers from gastroesophageal reflux disease. Despite its prevalence, though, there’s still a lot that people don’t understand about the condition. That’s why today we’re highlighting everything you need to know about GERD, so you can stay informed about what GERD is and educate others who may be suffering from the condition.
Read MoreLast week was GERD Awareness Week, a week dedicated towards raising awareness about gastroesophageal reflux disease, a condition that affects tens of millions of Americans. Many people associate GERD as simply heartburn or acid reflux, it’s a condition often viewed as a symptom rather than an actual disease. The fact of the matter is that many people simply aren’t aware of what GERD really is, the variety of symptoms it can cause, and the fact that it’s a very treatable condition.
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