Health + Awareness Answers To Burning Heartburn Questions (NAPSA)—Got heartburn? In an effort to educate Americans about the potential dangers of nighttime heartburn, the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) is providing free,call-in service called Dial-ogue on Heartburn: The Difference Between Night and Day on Tuesday, May 21st from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific time. On this day, consumerscan call 1-877-GUT-9800 (1-877-488-9800) to speak directly with a gastroenterologist about heartburn, the differences between daytime and nighttime symptoms, and treatmentoptions. Get answers to burning questions during a one-day, free, phone- in event by calling 1-877-GUT-9800. “Nighttime heartburn is a pre- valent, sometimesserious condition that affects millions,” says Dr. Jon Isenberg, AGA President. “Heartburn sufferers, their family and friends should take advantage of this valuable, free service and call on May 21st to learn more.” An astonishing 50 million Americans experience nighttime heartburn, and many are unaware of its potentially serious consequences, including sleep deprivation, respiratory problems, and in extreme cases, can- cer of the esophagus. Following Dial-ogue, consumers can call 1-877-GUT-9800 (1-877-4889800) year-round to request a free brochure on nighttime heartburn or can learn more by logging onto the AGA’s Website at www.gastro.org and viewing an educational video on the topic.
