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Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · 4d

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Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · 5d

Inside Facts
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#dyspepsia #throat #pain #healthcare

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Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · 6d

Canada’s healthcare system is in crisis and changes are long overdue. What do you think needs to improve? How can we solve this together? Let us know by taking our survey at badgut.org/healthcare-s...

#survey #canada #healthcare #nurses #caretakers

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Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · 14d

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐈𝐕 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐇𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬 𝐁 𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐍 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐐𝐂
If you have a diagnosis of both HIV and chronic hepatitis B(HBV), you might be eligible to take part of a clinical trial for a new treatment. Only available in major cities in ON and QC. clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT064...

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Dr. Diane McIntosh @drdianemcintosh.bsky.social · 18d

#WorldMentalHealthDay: a day to raise awareness + spread hope. And launch of S2 #PSYCHEDUP, w/focus on #Resilience. My guest, broadcaster
Gill Deacon, shares health challenges + path to recovery. drdianemcintosh.com/resilience/?... You’ll be inspired! Pls follow + share #mentalhealthpodcast #WMHD25

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Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · 18d

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay. Check out our mental health hub with links to a variety of helpful articles. badgut.org/diseases-dis...

#mentalhealth #connection #hub

Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · 19d

🔔Upcoming BadGut® Lecture in Ottawa!
Join us for a free presentation where a gastroenterologist will discuss the physical and emotional effects of inflammatory bowel disease. Admission is free but you must register.
👉 www.badgut.org/lectures

#freeevent #ottawa #health #IBD #crohns #colitis

Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · 20d

Did you know many individuals with #IBD suffer from #malnutrition during some point in their journey? badgut.org/information-...

#CMAW #crohns #colitis #guthealth #nutrition

IBD and Malnutrition

IBD and Malnutrition Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an umbrella term that refers to diseases that involve chronic inflammation of the digestive

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Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · 26d

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#cancer #screening #colorectal #polyp

Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · 27d

Today is #NationalSeniorsDay. If you’d like to learn more about #aging and your digestive tract, watch our full, comprehensive #video series. badgut.org/aging-and-th...

Aging and the Digestive Tract: Videos

Aging and the Digestive Tract: Videos We have just released two videos about the effects of aging on the digestive tract, each in English and French, with the financial support of the Province of Br...

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Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · 29d

Today is #WorldHeartDay, Check out our article about a diet good for the heart and gut. badgut.org/information-...

Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · Sep 23

Click here to learn more.
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#brain #guthealth #health #microbiota

Does the Microbiota Affect Brain Health?

Gut↔Brain Axis Does the Microbiota Affect Brain Health? Have you ever experienced that moment where your gut feels uneasy before a final exam, a date, or

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Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · Sep 22

Researchers are studying a new #probiotic treatment for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. Adults 18-65 years old with symptoms of bloating, diarrhea, or abdominal pain may be eligible. Learn more at badgut.org/sibo-clinica...

New Clinical Trial on SIBO

Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) A balanced gut microbiome is necessary for good health. The gut is host to a vast, rich microbiome, with

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Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · Sep 18

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#badgut #bakingsoda #reflux #canada

Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · Sep 16

EoE occurs when there are too many eosinophils, a type of white blood cell, in the esophagus. This leads to #inflammation in the esophagus, affecting how it functions and causing painful and difficult #symptoms. Watch the full version of this #video to learn more. badgut.org/eoe-patient-...

Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · Sep 15

Clinical Trial for C. diff in Vancouver, BC

If you have recurrent C. difficile and are 19+, you might qualify for a clinical trial of a new microbiome-based oral capsule to help prevent future infections. Learn more at badgut.org/clinical-tri...

#Cdiff #vancouver

Clinical Trial for Recurrent C. difficile in BC

Clinical Trial for Recurrent C. difficile in BC If you live in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia and have recurrent Clostridioides difficile (C.

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Iglika Ivanova @iglikaivanova.bsky.social · Sep 11

BC Policy Solutions has joined with over 200 BC nonprofit leaders to sound the alarm on the funding crisis we're collectively experiencing and call on funders to take urgent action to sustain our sector.

Read our open letter: bcpolicy.ca/2025/09/11/f...

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Open Letter: The Safety Net Is Tearing—Funders Must Act Now

To our funders (governments, foundations, philanthropists, labour unions, and businesses), We are nonprofit leaders from across British Columbia, writing with growing concern for the future of our sector and the communities we serve.

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BC Policy Solutions @bcpolicy.bsky.social · Sep 11

BC nonprofits don't just provide service. They are economic and social engines & they are in crisis.

Nonprofits contribute $4.2B in GDP—more than the mining, oil & gas & agriculture industries combined.

Read a letter from over 200 BC nonprofit leaders calling for action.
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Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · Sep 11

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#prebiotic #probiotic #antibiotic #bacteria #microbiome

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Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · Sep 9

What to eat for a healthy microbiome.
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#diet #guthealth #health #microbiome #canada

Eating For a Healthy Microbiome

Eating For a Healthy Microbiome You’ve likely heard that the gut microbiome is involved in everything from the frequency of your colds and flus, to food

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Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · Sep 5

This #InternationalDayofCharity, we want to thank all of our volunteers who help with our newsletter shipping, pamphlet orders, support groups, and events. 💜

If you would like to donate: badgut.org/donate/
If you would like to get involved: badgut.org/get-involved/

#GiveBack #CharityDay

Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · Sep 4

A lot of Oronia Super Probiotics has been recalled over undeclared probiotic strains. Click here to read more about the recall. www.insidehalton.com/news/health-...

#recall #canada

Probiotics sold in Canada recalled

A lot of Oronia Super Probiotics has been recalled over undeclared probiotic strains, zinc and selenium, which may pose a risk to health.

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Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · Aug 28

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#gastroparesis #GIcondition #awareness #gastric #gastroparesiswarrior #gastroparesissucks #gastroparesisfighter #gastroparesishope

Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · Aug 27

The #vagusnerve has been creating waves within the GI community and beyond. Tools claiming to improve abdominal pain and reduce inflammation by stimulating this nerve are being promoted all over #socialmedia. This leaves a lot of people wondering: is the hype worth it? badgut.org/information-...

Gastrointestinal Society @gisociety.bsky.social · Aug 26

26 surprising physical symptoms of anxiety. badgut.org/information-...

#mentalhealth #anxiety #symptoms #health #canada