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Liver biopsy isn’t the only option to identify patients with MASLD/ . Noninvasive tests and biomarkers can help identify...
04/07/2026

Liver biopsy isn’t the only option to identify patients with MASLD/ . Noninvasive tests and biomarkers can help identify and monitor these patients, without added risk.

Explore our new podcast series, “MASH: The Role of Primary Care Providers in the Growing Epidemic,” that’s designed to support primary care providers in diagnosis, referral, decisions, and long-term disease management.

Start learning today. https://ow.ly/t79x50YEF4X

Gastric polyps are among the most commonly detected findings during upper endoscopy but understanding them isn’t always ...
04/02/2026

Gastric polyps are among the most commonly detected findings during upper endoscopy but understanding them isn’t always straightforward.

Different types of gastric polyps can coexist in the same patient, and each subtype carries unique clinical implications. That’s why accurate detection, classification, and follow-up are essential.

Our newest clinical practice update, experts outline 14 key tips for managing gastric polyps, including:
✅ Identifying common histologic subtypes
✅ Using image-enhanced endoscopy for better characterization
✅ Determining when biopsy, resection, and surveillance are needed

Read more here: https://ow.ly/B2eR50YBovk

04/01/2026

This April, we stand alongside the irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) community and caregivers in recognition of IBS Awareness Month.

IBS is common, but there are different types, including IBS-D, IBS-C, and IBS-M. Each type of IBS causes different kinds of uncomfortable GI symptoms, like stomach pain, diarrhea, stomach bloating, constipation, or cramping. Living with IBS can impact a person’s physical, emotional, and social health.

Talk to your health care provider about your symptoms and how long you’ve had them. Your health care provider may do a few tests, but even when test results are normal, IBS symptoms are real and can be treated.

Your care team will help create an integrated care treatment plan that is unique to you. This can include a mix of diet, medication, and psychological treatments tailored to your needs.

No matter what you’re feeling about your IBS, you’re supported.

Use our IBS resource to learn more and identify steps for your treatment and care: https://ow.ly/sMiF50YBN1r.

03/24/2026

What research shaped gastroenterology and hepatology over the last year?

Our latest roundups highlight the most-read studies from AGA journals — from breakthroughs in the cellular and molecular mechanisms of gut and liver disease to clinical trials and technologies influencing patient care.

🔬 Top 15 high-impact basic research articles
🩺 Top 20 high-impact clinical research articles

Explore the discoveries advancing digestive health and shaping the future of GI care.

☑️ Basic science roundup: https://ow.ly/Vypz50YuQyr
☑️ Clinical roundup: https://ow.ly/FRrG50YuQyq

03/21/2026

Colonoscopy prep can feel daunting, but don’t get flushed about it! We’re here to guide you through as you go !

Our checklist provides steps, tips, and tricks to help keep your prep plan organized and seamless, so you can focus on your health and wellbeing.

🔗Learn more: bottomsup.gastro.org

03/18/2026

What’s one thing you should remember about colorectal cancer?

That screening saves lives.

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers among men and women in the U.S., – but it’s time for that to change.

To do that, we need to work together to improve outcomes for everyone.

Our AGA leaders emphasize it best: CRC prevention starts with understanding the importance of screening and options available.

There are multiple screening methods and recommended timelines, depending on family or health history.

The important part is to get started. So even as CRC Month comes to a close, let’s keep the conversation about colorectal cancer screening going.

Get resources for your CRC education journey: https://ow.ly/lQFg50Yw3yh.

Thank you to AGA Government Affairs Committee member Rachel Issaka () for leading our call to support GI research and ac...
03/14/2026

Thank you to AGA Government Affairs Committee member Rachel Issaka () for leading our call to support GI research and access to colorectal cancer screening, education, and research during ’s United in Blue rally in Washington, DC last week!

We are proud to partner with and other champions in the fight against CRC. GI research is essential to improve CRC outcomes, and together we can achieve meaningful change that save lives.

Visit the link in our bio for more on how AGA members are emphasizing the importance of CRC screening.

Advanced therapeutic endoscopy is becoming an increasingly important option for managing complications in patients with ...
03/14/2026

Advanced therapeutic endoscopy is becoming an increasingly important option for managing complications in patients with IBD.

Our latest clinical practice update explores when these advanced procedures may help delay or even prevent surgery, and how clinicians can determine the best treatment approach.

Read more: https://ow.ly/8sTe50Yt8OQ

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) affects about 30% of U.S. adults and up to 65% of peopl...
03/12/2026

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) affects about 30% of U.S. adults and up to 65% of people with type 2 diabetes, yet many patients remain undiagnosed or untreated.

AGA brought together a multidisciplinary expert panel to update its clinical care pathway to reflect key advances in the field, including new disease nomenclature, emerging therapies, and practical tools for identifying patients at risk for clinically significant fibrosis.

The 2025 update provides an evidence-based framework to help clinicians integrate MASLD screening, diagnosis, and management into routine care across primary care, endocrinology, and specialty settings.

🔎 Read more here: https://ow.ly/QY4950YsCmy

Want a deeper understanding of scientific publishing? Apply to the 2026–2027 AGA Editorial Fellows Program and gain firs...
03/11/2026

Want a deeper understanding of scientific publishing?

Apply to the 2026–2027 AGA Editorial Fellows Program and gain firsthand experience with peer review, editorial discussions, and publication decisions across AGA journals. Applications close April 30.

https://ow.ly/n7HT50YpJT1

Applications are now open for the next editor-in-chief of AGA's newspaper, GI & Hepatology News! The editor will recruit...
03/02/2026

Applications are now open for the next editor-in-chief of AGA's newspaper, GI & Hepatology News! The editor will recruit up to six associate editors and work collaboratively to maintain the newspaper's quality and provide direction for editorial content.

Applications should include:
🔹A letter of interest
🔹A current resume or CV
🔹A completed conflict of interest form
🔹Your proposed board of associate editors, if selected

Learn more and apply by March 31 ➡️ https://ow.ly/79xb50YlWOr

03/01/2026

Happy Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month!

Every March, we take time to remind everyone of the importance of getting screened for colorectal cancer because screening saves lives.

For most people, screening starts at age 45. So, if your ID says 1981, it’s your year to !

Your screening timeline might vary depending on your family or health history—talk to your health care provider to determine what’s best for your situation. (And if you begin to experience unusual GI symptoms, don’t chalk it up to your coffee—address it immediately!)

CRC screening should be a part of your routine health maintenance. It’s one of the most common cancers among men and women, and sadly, rates continue to rise among young people.

The good news: early detection through screening ➡️ easier treatments = higher survival rates.

Get screened at the right time—not just for yourself, but for your loved ones. Screening now may give you more time to do what you love longer.

Partner with us all month as we share about the importance of CRC screening, education, and access. Plus, get more resources about payment, coding, and patient education here: https://ow.ly/3s6y50Ymw7k.

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