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PHL (V) - The Role of the Intestinal Microbiome in Health & Disease (7pm ET 10/26)/2023
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The Role of the Intestinal Microbiome
in Health and Disease
Dr. Katherine Sherif
Thursday, October 26, 2023
7pm - 8:30pm Eastern Time
The intestinal microbiome, also referred to as the gut microbiome, refers to the population of bacteria, fungi and viruses that reside in the intestines. The microbiome plays a significant role in numerous aspects of our health. Although we are familiar with the gut’s role in digestion and nutrient absorption, the gut also plays a role in maintenance of the immune system, metabolism, and brain function. A disordered microbiome is believed to underlie neurologic disorders, depression, diabetes and autoimmune diseases, among other conditions.
Dr. Sherif will discuss the many roles our gut biome plays in health and disease, and will share information about new treatments such as fecal microbiota transplants (FMT) in which the stool from an unaffected person is transferred to the colon of a person with diabetes or overweight has resulted in the reversal of those conditions. There will also be time for Q&A throughout her presentation.
WHEN
Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023
7pm to 8:30pm Eastern Time
FEE
Members: $12
Non-Members: $22
Dr. Sherif published a text on menopause and hormones, and co-edited a women's health textbook. In addition, Dr. Sherif served on the writing committee for the American Heart Association "Guidelines for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention in Women", and co-authored the American College of Physicians' "Screening Mammography for Women 40-49 Years of Age: A Clinical Guideline".
Dr. Sherif lectures widely on the role of omega-3 fatty acids in health and disease; aging, telomeres and supplements; the intestinal biome, hormone therapy for women; heart disease in women and human rights.
Location
Virtual 7pm Eastern Time
USA
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