#gastroagi — Public Fediverse posts
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⚠ Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) & Early Death
A global study shows a 2.7% rise in mortality for every 10% increase in UPF intake.
🍔 Countries with highest UPF intake (US/UK >50%) see up to 14% premature deaths linked to UPFs.
📉 Experts call for taxes, better labeling & healthier food access.
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Genetic Testing in Familial Gastric Cancer Genetic testing + H. pylori evaluation helps refine risk in those with a family history of gastric cancer.
Key genes: CDH1, CTNNA1, BRCA1/2, PALB2, MLH1, MSH2.
Early-onset (<40 yrs) & syndromic cases (HDGC, Lynch) warrant testing.