Episode 3 - Irritable Bowel Syndrome - IBS

April is International IBS Awareness month. In the second of our long-term condition focused episodes, we shine a spotlight on Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). IBS is the most common gastrointestinal (GI) disorder worldwide with prevalence rates in the area of 10-15%. The cost to society in terms of loss of productivity and work absenteeism is considerable – estimates range from $21 billion or more annually.