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Esophageal Cancer is a rare, but devastating illness that affects an individual’s esophagus — the hollow tube that connects the throat to the stomach. Although an individual’s risk of developing the disease during his or her lifetime is only 0.5 percent, the five-year survival rate for those patients diagnosed with the condition averages just 19.9 percent. TheRead more

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and 45 is the new 50 when it comes to colorectal cancer screening. The US Preventive Services Task Force issued new recommendations in 2021 for colorectal cancer stating that people at average risk should start screening at age 45.   Why get screened? Colorectal cancer is the most preventableRead more

No one really wants to talk about Hemorrhoids. However, three out of four adults will experience this condition in their lifetime. Pain, itching, irritation, and bleeding may all be signs of hemorrhoids and the embarrassment of talking to anyone about this can be overwhelming. Because of the personal nature of hemorrhoids, the doctors at HunterdonRead more

The only thing more painful than a lower gastrointestinal health issue is talking about it. At Hunterdon Gastroenterology Associates (HGA) we have two goals To make you feel comfortable discussing your symptoms, so we have all the information we need for an accurate diagnosis To give you the most appropriate and proven treatment for long-lastingRead more

45 is the new 50! We are pleased to announce that 45 is the new 50 when it comes to colorectal cancer screening.   In May 2021, the US Preventive Services Task Force issued new recommendations for colorectal cancer stating that people at average risk should start screening at age 45.  This means that healthRead more