Helicobacter Pylori (H pylori) infection is a leading cause of stomach cancer.

Ask your doctor for an H. pylori test if you are experiencing prolonged and persistent symptoms like
stomach burning, loss of appetite, and nausea.

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Medical Nutrition Therapy

Medical nutrition therapy (MNT) is essential for patients undergoing gastrectomy to improve surgical outcomes, reduce complications, and ensure adequate nutritional status. Fay is a great partner in the process because they have Registered Dietitian specialists that are covered by insurance.  Find a Dietitian through Fay Malnutrition is a significant risk factor for postoperative complications in […]

Trials Today

Thousands of organizations across the country are looking for people like you to take part in research studies. Whether you are looking for treatment, or want to help out with research that will improve treatment, diagnosis, and prevention, there are studies that need you! We know figuring out where to start can be the hardest […]

Center Watch

CenterWatch has been the recognized global leader in providing clinical trials information to professionals working at sponsors, CROs, research sites and niche service providers.

Faces of Stomach Cancer

Read the personal stories of others facing issues and challenges with stomach cancer that may be similar to your own.

Adriana Walsh

Adriana

In 2006, Adriana Walsh lost her father Steve to stomach cancer when she was just 13 years old. In 2009, she learned that she tested positive for the cdh1 mutation that took her father’s life. Her most recent endoscopy in August showed evidence of stomach cancer, so she took immediate action and had her entire […]

Tammy Ayson

Tammy

An ordinary woman on an extraordinary journey. I am a daughter, a sister, an aunt, a wife and mother of two… and this is my little diary of my journey through gastrectomy. I live in Brisbane, Australia. Tammy shares her story HDGC & Me.July 2009

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