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An Insight into the Gut Microbiome  World Microbiome Day was on the 27th of June, so there’s no better time to discuss the fascinating little microbes that live inside us!  What is the gut microbiome?  The gut microbiome describes the variety of microorganisms that live in our digestive tract. It is made up of different types […]

“After waking back up I had the unpleasant conversation with the gastroenterologist where she told me the news ‘You have Bowel Cancer’. They had seen a growth and it appeared to be cancerous. So, I’m 25 and have cancer. Holy hell!” In June 2019 Zach Bray was set for a new position in his role

Nestled within the grounds of a major health care campus in southern Sydney, the St George and Sutherland Hospitals, the Microbiome research Centre was founded in 2017 by Prof Emad El- Omar, Professor of Medicine at UNSW Sydney. The MRC is a comprehensive world-class microbiome-focused research centre committed to tackling diseases that affect the Australian

The Lancet (Gastroenterology and Hepatology) published a paper this month revealing alarming findings about the increased incidence of bowel cancer in younger people including Australians. Earlier intervention is urgently needed to lower the age of government-funded screening to people from 40 years (USA is currently at 45 years and we are at 50 years ).

Date: 11 June 2018 The Gut Foundation has warmly welcomed recognition of its founder and President Prof Terry Bolin who today has been awarded the Order of Australia Medal (OAM) in the Queens’s Birthday honours for service to medicine in the field of gastroenterology. Prof Bolin has devoted a lifetime of professional clinical practice, research

Clinical researchers at the University of Sydney have launched a survey exploring IBD patient experiences and attitudes towards the use of cannabis as a way to manage symptoms of IBD.

The Good Gut Cookbook delivers clear, concise advice, backed by the authority of Australia’s top gut specialists and our most trusted nutritionist.

Each year on May 19th – World IBD Day – organisations and people worldwide unite in the ongoing fight against Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).