5 GI Conditions to Know

5 GI Conditions to Know

Learn about five gastrointestinal conditions that affect millions of Americans and disrupt workplaces every day. Gastrointestinal (GI) conditions affect over 70 million Americans and are one of the top costs for organizations. In fact, GI conditions result in $136 billion in spending per year—more than for heart disease, trauma, or mental health. In addition to…

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What is Crohn’s Disease?

What is Crohn’s Disease?

This chronic condition affects over three million Americans. Learn more about its symptoms, how to manage flares, available treatments options, and more. Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. An estimated three million Americans have this condition, and men and women are equally likely to be diagnosed. Though it…

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What to know about IBS

What You Need to Know About Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Learn about the symptoms of this chronic digestive disease and its significant impact on both employers and employees. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic digestive disease. While it is uncomfortable and disruptive for millions worldwide, it is also one of the least talked about and most overlooked diseases. For those who experience IBS, it…

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The Silver Lining of GI Issues: Erin’s Story

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) impacts 10-15 percent of adults worldwide with symptoms ranging from stomach pain, bloating, and gas to diarrhea, bowel urgency, or constipation. Digestive issues impact different people in different ways. Some patients suffer quietly for years, struggling with what to eat and how to best prevent flare-ups, while others develop a sudden…

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How Benefits Managers Can Stop Digestive Disease Stigma

If an employee took you aside right now and told you they struggle with symptoms of digestive disease…how would you react? Most of us would immediately feel uncomfortable with the topic. We might blush, feel uneasy; maybe we’d crack a joke to ease tension. We might attempt to change the subject. Yet, if that same…

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