Category: Support
New IBD Pregnancy Guidelines Bring Hope to Future Moms
New expert guidelines confirm that most women with IBD can have healthy pregnancies and babies. The key is maintaining remission and working with knowledgeable healthcare providers who understand both IBD and pregnancy care.
Your Gut Bacteria May Hold the Key to Better Life with IBD
New research reveals that gut bacteria imbalances in IBD patients are linked not just to physical symptoms, but to anxiety, depression, and overall quality of life. This groundbreaking study suggests that supporting your microbiome could be key to thriving with IBD, not just surviving it.
New Cell Therapy for Crohn’s Fistulas Gets FDA Fast Track
Avobis Bio’s cell therapy AVB-114 receives FDA fast-track designation for treating perianal fistulas in Crohn’s disease. This regenerative approach could offer new hope for one of IBD’s most challenging complications.
Ultra-Processed Foods May Increase Crohn’s Risk: What You Need to Know
New research reveals concerning links between ultra-processed foods and Crohn’s disease risk, showing how common packaged foods might trigger gut inflammation. Here’s what this means for the IBD community and practical steps you can take.
Breakthrough Stem Cell Trial Could Transform Crohn’s Treatment
Australia has approved a groundbreaking stem cell therapy trial for Crohn’s disease that aims to repair damaged tissue, not just control symptoms. This innovative approach represents a potential shift from managing the condition to actually healing it.
Simple Food Change Could Help Prevent Crohn’s Disease
New research following 220,000 women for 25 years found that eating more fermentable fiber significantly reduced the risk of developing Crohn’s disease. This offers hope for IBD prevention through accessible dietary changes like adding beans, oats, and bananas to family meals.
New Treatment Shows Promise Across Multiple Inflammatory Diseases
Merck expands tulisokibart trials beyond IBD to include multiple inflammatory conditions, offering new hope for comprehensive treatment approaches. This promising research targets the root causes of inflammation across different diseases.
The Hidden Strength of Moms Living with Crohn’s Disease
Motherhood with Crohn’s disease brings unique challenges that extend far beyond typical IBD symptoms. From reproductive health concerns to fertility planning, mothers with Crohn’s navigate complex decisions while caring for their families.
Green Bay’s Walk Shows How Community Support Heals IBD Isolation
The Green Bay Take Steps Walk demonstrates how community support can combat the isolation that often accompanies IBD. Beyond fundraising for research, these events create vital connections that address the psychological challenges of living with chronic illness.
Finding Hope: Michigan Medicine’s Whole-Person IBD Care Approach
University of Michigan Health’s IBD Program takes a revolutionary whole-person approach to Crohn’s and colitis care, integrating gastroenterology, surgery, nutrition, and mental health support. This comprehensive model represents a significant shift toward treating not just the disease, but the entire person living with IBD.
