Dr. Max A. Shapiro

02/06/2026

https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2026/02/04/one-third-cancer-cases-preventable-study/88506278007/

A study in Nature Medicine found more than one-third of cancer cases are preventable with certain lifestyle changes.

02/04/2026

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/27/magazine/colonoscopy.html?unlocked_article_code=1.JlA.D1gl.dJ1nm9PVjtZ9&smid=url-share

02/02/2026

Watch what you eat!

Adult obesity in the United States has gone up over the past 30 years. Here's a look at why.

01/29/2026

A recent review in The Journal of Clinical Investigation synthesizes evidence on how the gut communicates with the brain , from hormones to nerve pathways, underscoring the gut-brain connection in health and disease.

This comprehensive review synthesizes a decade of human and animal research to explain how the gut and brain communicate through hormonal, neural, immune, and microbial pathways. It highlights how disruptions in these pathways contribute to gastrointestinal, metabolic, and neurological disorders, an...

01/27/2026

It is ok to splurge! Maybe consider a Gluten Free option? Enjoy!

01/26/2026

New research presented at a major GI oncology symposium found people taking GLP-1 drugs had significantly lower colorectal cancer incidence compared with those taking aspirin, suggesting potential chemopreventive effects.

Managed Healthcare Executive gives C-suite executives in health plans and provider organizations news and strategies for value-driven solutions.

01/23/2026

Healthline highlights 6 symptoms that may signal colorectal cancer, from changes in bowel habits to unexplained fatigue, stressing that younger adults should not dismiss warning signs.

Real stories of young adults diagnosed with colorectal cancer highlight ongoing concern over increasing cases in adults under 50. Experts urge younger adults to get screened for this type of cancer, especially if they have symptoms or a family history of the disease.

01/21/2026

This comprehensive review shows early-onset colorectal cancers increased significantly in recent years, prompting renewed emphasis on awareness and don’t-ignore symptoms, even in younger adults.

More and more studies are looking for an answer as to why gastrointestinal cancer cases are on the rise in ever younger populations.

01/19/2026

Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His work reminds us that compassion, dignity, and care for one another are at the heart of stronger communities. We reflect on his message and recommit to treating every patient with respect, empathy, and humanity.

01/16/2026

https://www.ucsf.edu/news/2025/12/431241/do-hormones-explain-why-women-experience-more-gut-pain

UCSF researchers showed that estrogen can turn on pain signals in the gut, offering new insights into conditions like irritable bowel syndrome, especially for women.

01/14/2026

https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/health-fitness/best-non-alcoholic-beers

We taste-tested the top nonalcoholic beer brands, from hoppy IPAs to bright pilsners to dark stouts. Here are our favorite 11 alcohol-free beers.

01/12/2026