A new study from Saint Louis University (SLU) reveals that individuals with frequent heartburn—clinically known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)—have a higher chance of being diagnosed with alcohol use disorder (AUD) within two years. Researchers are urging primary care providers to screen GERD patients for alcohol misuse during routine visits.
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