Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Coverage of Irritable Bowel Syndrome in the Nexus archive.
- New state law expected to increase patient access to Georgia’s medical cannabis program
A new Georgia law, the 'Putting Georgia’s Patients First Act,' removes barriers to medical cannabis access by renaming the program, allowing higher THC limits, expanding qualifying conditions, and adjusting dispensary location rules. The law aims to increase patient enrollment and align Georgia’s program with other states.
- Common IBS medications linked to higher risk of death in major study
A 20-year study of over 650,000 Americans with IBS found that common treatments like antidepressants and antidiarrheal drugs were linked to a small but increased risk of death over time. The findings raise concerns about the long-term safety of these medications.
- Common treatments for irritable bowel syndrome linked to higher risk of death, study warns
A study warns that common treatments for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may be linked to a higher risk of death. The research highlights potential dangers associated with standard therapeutic approaches for the condition.