Knocking out a single gene reprograms part of the large intestine to function like the nutrient-absorbing small intestine. In ...

Knocking out a single gene reprograms part of the large intestine to function like the nutrient-absorbing small intestine.

If you’re experiencing excessive gas it could be due to various digestive problems But here’s how you can find out if it is caused by coeliac disease an autoimmune disorder that occurs when you consum ...

Whether it’s a dull ache or sharp spasm, pain between the shoulder blades can be caused by a variety of things. It can be due to bad posture while staring at a computer screen all day, an exercise ...

Most of the time, the intestinal immune system can recognize friend from foe, tolerating myriad foods while destroying ...

In the fight against bacterial pathogens, researchers are combining vaccination with targeted colonization of the intestine by harmless microorganisms. This approach could potentially mark a turning ...

Study in mice identifies essential immune cells in the intestine that help to prevent unwarranted reactions to harmless food allergens.

James Kinross, a colon cancer surgeon, believes that changes in the gut microbiome are likely contributing to rising rates of ...

Researchers found that a small population of immune cells in the mouse intestine prevents allergic responses to food, suggesting that targeting such cells therapeutically could potentially lead to a ...

Hernias should not be ignored. If you suspect a hernia, consult a healthcare professional promptly. Early intervention can ...

Scientists are looking for answers about how these confounding trips, known as metastases, occur throughout the human body ...

Scientists at La Trobe University have discovered how a diarrhea-causing strain of bacteria uses "molecular scissors" to cut ...