One in three Hongkongers infected with bacteria that could lead to stomach ulcers or gastric cancer

One in every three Hongkongers is infected with a bacteria that could lead to stomach ulcers or gastric cancer, according to a new study. Although not all those infected will develop these issues, academics said there were two high-risk groups more likely to suffer from such complications. Helicobacter pylori, or H. pylori, is a bacteria found in the stomach and digestive tract. The bacteria, which stimulates the secretion of gastric acid, can damage the mucous coating in the gut and is the...