United European Gastroenterology

We’ve explored how much of this burden is preventable – from the role of nutrition and ultra-processed foods 🍽️ to the life-saving potential of early detection through screening 🩺

This #DigestiveHealthMonth, we’ve taken a closer look at one of Europe’s most pressing public health challenges – the growing burden of digestive diseases and cancers 📊 – and what the evidence tells us about how to respond 👇

Course directors: @robertamaselli1 and Žilvinas Dambrauskas Faculty: @povilas_i, Styliani (Stella) Mantziari, Seung-Hun Chon, Adrian R. Kobe, Olga Rutka, @NuhaZsurgeon, Marije Smit, Paraskevas Gkolfakis

Do you face critical moments in your clinical practice? Our new UEG Masterclass focuses on the decisions that matter most – when to persist, when to escalate, and how to coordinate care across gastroenterology, radiology and surgery. 🔗 Apply by June 14: bit.ly/3wL9Fzb

@alexsworking​, @lizarnanz​, @ncdalliance​ #DigestiveHealthMonth #EUNewsline

On #WDHD2026, listen to our recent policy webinar exploring whether the EU Safe Hearts Plan can improve digestive health – and the changes needed to drive progress on prevention. Watch the full discussion on YouTube: bit.ly/3Rb2vTx or Gutflix: bit.ly/4fn17Hi

@joostphdrenth Explore our dedicated #DigestiveHealthMonth page for insights and resources 👉 bit.ly/4iN57Ps #EUNewsline

#WDHD2026 marks a moment – but not the end of the conversation. What follows matters. Hear from @joostphdrenth​ and Roos E. Pouw on what must happen next – ensuring evidence drives real change to reduce the burden of digestive diseases & cancers across Europe 🛡️

UEG President @joostphdrenth​ at #EASLCongress 2026 to celebrate a truly outstanding congress – and to remind everyone: the GI and hepatology community will be back in Barcelona for #UEGWeek in October ➡️ ueg.eu/week @EASLnews

@WorldGastroOrg​ #WDHD2026 #DontFlushTheSigns #DigestiveHealthMonth #EUNewsline

Today is World Digestive Health Day! 🌍️ This year's theme, 'Chronic Diarrhea: Don't Flush the Signs Away,' is a call to recognise symptoms, break stigma and act early. Learn how to avoid common mistakes in diagnosis and treatment to support better care: bit.ly/4tOzRWg

🔬 Barrier healing predicts sustained remission in #UlcerativeColitis 🔸pCLE detected hidden inflammation & barrier dysfunction 🔸Ileal/colonic barrier dysfunction → ↑ relapse risk 🔸Triple healing → no relapses over 24 months 📖 #OpenAccess 👉 bit.ly/4uBNtoD

@AoecsCoeliac​​, @dice_europe​, @EuropeLiver​, @ECPObesity​, @CharityEos​, @P_C_E_​ #DigestiveHealthMonth #EUNewsline

💬 Patient voices must sit at the heart of digestive health strategy Our manifesto outlines actions to drive meaningful change across: Digestive cancer care 🎗️ Patient-reported outcomes (PROMs) 📊 Patient involvement in clinical trials 🧪 Learn more 👉 ueg.eu/a/380

Rumination Syndrome (RS) affects 3% of adults globally. It's a pressure problem, not an acid problem: Habitual abdominal contraction, intragastric pressure spike, effortless regurgitation. Full breakdown in our 'Mistakes in...' article on Gutflix: bit.ly/4eXf52z

Around 30% of adults have steatotic liver disease. Which ones actually need a hepatologist? In part 1 of our MASLD series Sven Francque outlines the new nomenclature, why BMI is the wrong lens, and how FIB-4 should drive your referral decisions. 🔗 bit.ly/44R97K3

We thank all our contributing member societies and endorsers for their valuable support: @EASLnews​, @EurPancClub​, @ESDO_tweets​, @ESGE_news​, @dice_europe​, @EU_CDA11​, @EuropeanCancer​, @EuropeLiver​, @P_C_E_​, @ESPCG1​​ #DigestiveHealthMonth #EUNewsline

💪 A stronger future for digestive cancer screening starts here. Our new position paper sets out a strategic path forward – translating evidence into action to strengthen screening for gastric, colorectal, liver and pancreatic cancers. Explore more 👉 bit.ly/4mYFleR

🛠️Structured training helps junior #endoscopists master EUS-GE with the WEST technique 🔸Technical success 99% 🔸Clinical success 96% 🔸Adverse events 6% 🔸Senior backup ↓ after 30 cases 🔸Fluoroscopy use ↓ plateauing after 70 📖 #OpenAccess 👉 bit.ly/4nR1ooh

We extend our thanks to all contributing member societies for their valued support: @EASLnews​, @esnm_eu​, @ESPGHANSociety​, @ESPENorg​, @SagiZelber​, @BonehRotem​, @MujagicZlatan​​ #DigestiveHealthMonth #EUNewsline

Transforming Europe’s food systems requires coordinated action 🤝 From front-of-pack labelling to fiscal measures, reformulation and marketing restrictions, the solutions are within reach. Learn more in our latest position paper 👉 bit.ly/41NAcfW