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Wednesday, July, 23, 2008

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Jan Gambino

Jan Gambino

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GERD Mom and Writer
posted 07/11/2008, comments (0)

From Diaper Bag to Snack Bag- Eating on the go.

  At some point I went from carrying a diaper bag to a snack bag. At first, the diaper bag carried the usual assortment of baby gear and went on every trip from the food store to the cross country plane ride.  When my daughter with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) didn't need extra clothes and diapers anymore, I was tempted to... Read moreChevron
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Jan Gambino

Jan Gambino

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GERD Mom and Writer
posted 07/07/2008, comments (0)

Accessing Medical Care: One Traveler's Approach

During the busy summer travel season, I am reminded that planning a vacation is very similar to the way I approach accessing medical care. When I am planning a vacation, I begin by reading books and searching the web for information. I compare the pros and cons of booking a flight or a hotel room based on cost, location and feedback from other... Read moreChevron
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Jan Gambino

Jan Gambino

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GERD Mom and Writer
posted 06/28/2008, comments (0)

Comparing the cost of GERD Surgery vs Medication

A new study from the Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology examined the difference in cost between surgery (laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication) or the Stretta (non evasive surgery) vs. medication with a Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI).  The researchers also looked at the patient's symptoms and quality of life for each treatment... Read moreChevron
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Jan Gambino

Jan Gambino

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GERD Mom and Writer
posted 06/23/2008, comment (1)

The Funny Side of Acid Reflux

During the dark days of dealing with my daughter's severe Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and asthma, I didn't think reflux was so funny. At times, I even lost my sense of humor. I have learned that reflux, like any other condition can make me laugh out loud (LOL). I offer you some of my favorite humorous moments from the world of... Read moreChevron
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Jennifer Rackley

Jennifer Rackley

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Nutritionist & Caregiver
posted 06/16/2008, comments (0)

Listen to your Dentist!

I would have saved myself a lot of pain if I had just listened to my dentist.  He noticed about five months ago that there was additional erosion of the tooth enamel on my back bottom molars.  We discussed acid reflux and he asked me what I was taking for mine.  At the time I was not taking any medication because I had chosen to use... Read moreChevron

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