Tag: GERD
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NHS Alert: Long-Term Lansoprazole Use—What It Means for Patients
What the NHS alert covers The National Health Service (NHS) has issued guidance for people who have been taking lansoprazole, a commonly prescribed proton pump inhibitor (PPI), for three months or longer. PPIs like lansoprazole reduce stomach acid and are used to treat conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, and excess stomach acid.…
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NHS Alerts on Long-Term Lansoprazole Use: What Patients Need to Know
What the NHS alert means for patients The National Health Service (NHS) has issued a warning for people who have been taking lansoprazole for three months or more. Lansoprazole is a commonly prescribed proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to treat conditions caused by excess stomach acid, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcers, and heartburn.…
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NHS Alerts on Long-Term Lansoprazole Use: What You Need to Know
What the NHS alert means for you The NHS has issued a public warning regarding the long-term use of lansoprazole, a widely prescribed proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to treat conditions caused by excess stomach acid, such as GERD and ulcers. The alert specifically targets individuals who have been taking lansoprazole for three months or…
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Egypt Expands Horn of Africa Port Deals to Press Ethiopia on Nile Dispute
Egypt Bets on Horn of Africa Ports to Pressure Ethiopia Egypt is intensifying its strategy to sway Ethiopia over the Nile water dispute by expanding port collaborations in the Horn of Africa. Sources in Cairo say the country has agreed to develop seaports in Eritrea and Djibouti, signaling a broad push to secure regional leverage…
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Egypt Expands Horn of Africa Port Ties to Pressure Ethiopia over Nile Dispute
Egypt Tightens Leverage in Nile Negotiations through Horn of Africa Ports Egypt is extending its influence beyond its borders as part of its ongoing strategy to press Ethiopia over the Nile water dispute. By agreeing to develop seaports in Eritrea and Djibouti, Cairo aims to diversify its logistical options, safeguard essential trade routes, and apply…
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A Cough That Won’t Go Away? The Real Reason Could Be More Serious Than a Cold
Why a cough that lasts weeks matters A cough that persists beyond eight weeks is labeled a chronic cough. Far from just a nuisance, it can be an early warning sign of several health issues that deserve attention. While a lingering cough can start from a simple cold, allergies, or irritation, it often reflects an…
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A Persistent Cough: When Eight Weeks Signals More Than a Cold
Introduction: When a cough sticks around A cough that lasts more than eight weeks isn’t just a stubborn cold. Known as a chronic cough, it can be a symptom of several underlying conditions. While many cases improve with simple relief, others require a deeper medical evaluation to uncover issues like asthma, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD),…
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A cough that won’t go away? The real reason could be far more serious than a cold
What a chronic cough means A cough that lingers for eight weeks or longer is typically classified as a chronic cough. It’s not just an annoyance; for many people, it signals an underlying condition that requires medical attention. While a short, acute cough often follows a cold, a chronic cough persists despite time and simple…
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The Hidden Dangers of Late Dinners: How Eating Close to Bedtime Impacts Heart, Sleep, and Metabolism
The Case for Earlier Dinners: Why Timing Matters for Health Meal timing isn’t just a matter of convenience. Eating too close to bedtime can disrupt internal rhythms and place extra strain on multiple body systems. Emerging evidence suggests that dinner timing affects digestion, sleep quality, glucose control, body weight, and cardiovascular risk. For adults juggling…
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The Hidden Dangers of Late Dinners: From Acid Reflux to Heart Disease
The Hidden Health Toll of Late Dinners Eating dinner late into the night isn’t just a minor dietary habit; it can quietly undermine long-term health. From triggering acid reflux to increasing cardiovascular risk, late meals disrupt several body systems that rely on orderly rhythms. For many people, late dining is a result of busy work…