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Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis. Bethesda, MD: U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases, National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse, 2006.
SUDOC: HE 20.3323:D 64/2006

The National Institutes of Health publishes informational pamphlets discussing various diseases, conditions, and syndromes. This one discusses Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis, a disease affecting 50% of Americans the age 60 and older. This pamphlet discusses the causes of the disease, its symptoms, and medical solutions.

Look for this pamphlet or others like it at the following websites:

Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis: http://purl.access.gpo.gov/GPO/LPS99064

Also visit National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases: http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/a-z.asp

Also visit Health Information at the National Institutes of Health:
http://health.nih.gov/