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IBS, IBD & Mental Health Webinar

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Written by: CDHF

Updated: November 30th, 2022

Did you know people living with GI disorders have higher rates of anxiety and depression compared to the general population and vice versa? These observations are summarized in a theory known as the “gut-brain axis”.

IMAGINE’s lead investigator, Dr. Paul Moayyedi talks about this ground-breaking research, and how you can get involved in the studies taking place across Canada.

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