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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, is a condition that involves chronic inflammation of the intestines. It is estimated that IBD impacts 40,000 people in Ireland, affecting all genders equally.1 It can be diagnosed at any age, with peak incidences between ages 15-35 and 50-70.

The Irish Haemochromatosis Association is organising a Patient Information evening for patients, family members and members of the public who are interested in finding out more about haemochromatosis, on Tuesday next May 23from 7-8pm at the Galway Bay Hotel.

The Coeliac Society of Ireland have issued an appeal to all medical professionals to be more cognisant of testing for coeliac disease particularly in relation to women at menopause.

The Coeliac Society of Ireland has called on the Government to set up a central register for people with coeliac disease after it emerged that the number of people suffering from the condition could be 50 per cent higher than previously thought.

IBS is a common digestive disorder that affects million of people worldwide. It is often considered to be an embarrassing problem because of the symptoms and there is no scientific cause or cure, although symptoms can usually be eased.

The Coeliac Society of Ireland has warned that an estimated 16,000 men in Ireland have undiagnosed coeliac disease and are ignoring symptoms that could have a major impact on their lives.

MORE WOMEN SUFFER FROM IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME THAN MEN

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive disorder that affects million of people worldwide. It is often considered to be an embarrassing problem because of the symptoms. There is no scientific cause or cure, although symptoms can usually be eased.

IBS is a common digestive disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is often considered an embarrassing problem because of the symptoms. There is no known cause or cure for IBS, although symptoms can usually be eased.

A new extended hours GP service has opened its doors in Galway, offering patients access to doctors seven days a week, 365 days a year.