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Digestive Health Services is Proud to Announce

It is a great pleasure to introduce GI Partners of Illinois, LLC to our many patients and referring physicians throughout the Chicagoland area. Multiple gastroenterology practices have united to form one of the largest gastroenterology specialty groups in the state, with many more groups committed to joining us in the near future. In partnering with the top gastroenterologists in the area, we have achieved our goal of providing the best possible care for our patients, in the most cost-effective manner.

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Colorectal Cancer Increasing in Younger People

Colorectal cancer is something that is typically thought to be an issue that only people aged 50 or older should worry about. While there has been a drop in the rate of new colon and rectal cancer diagnoses in those aged 50+, incidence rates are increasing for those under 50. Traditionally, routine colonoscopies are scheduled after the age of 50, but screening standards may soon change.

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Are Food Additives Linked to Colon Cancer?

Of the cancers that affect men and women in the United States, colorectal cancer is the third most common. According to the most recent colorectal cancer statistics, over 136,000 Americans were diagnosed with the disease in 2013.Research suggests that the prevalence of this common cancer may be due in part to emulsifiers. Emulsifiers are additives that are used in most processed foods to improve texture and extend shelf life. They are present in many of the foods we eat fairly regularly.
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Hepatitis C Treatment in Chicago, IL

We are happy to report, Digestive Health Services, along with University of Chicago and Northwestern, have completed one of several clinical studies that has lead to FDA approval for the latest treatment for Hepatitis C infected patients.  The new drug, Harvoni,  a combination of Sofosbuvir and Ledipasvir, provides an amazing 90-100% cure rate of HCV infections, with minimal adverse events.  There are many additional new therapies and advancements in the treatment of HCV, that will be approved soon.

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Digestive Health Services, SC is a gastroenterology practice with four board certified and highly trained physicians.