Stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, develops when abnormal cells begin to grow uncontrollably in the inner lining ...

A study in Nature Medicine links Helicobacter pylori to nearly 76% of gastric cancers, potentially affecting 12 million ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There are plenty of infections that you get on a regular basis, such as a cold or a stomach bug, and ...

A salmonella outbreak in North America is being linked to cantaloupe, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Salmonella infection, or salmonellosis, is a common bacterial disease ...

That sudden pain in your abdomen might just be indigestion—or it could be something far more serious. When it comes to appendicitis, knowing the difference could save your life. This potentially ...

State health officials say five reported cases of giardia, a parasite that affects the digestive system, may be linked to a natural spring in Bethlehem. Giardia is a parasite that causes stomach and ...