Tag: Crohn’s Disease support
When Well-Meaning Words Wound: Supporting Your IBD Journey
Well-meaning comments like “you don’t look sick” can deeply wound those living with IBD. Understanding the emotional impact of these phrases—and learning better ways to offer support—can transform relationships and reduce the isolation many feel.
When the World Doesn’t See: Finding Hope in IBD Awareness
Recent media coverage highlighting the gap between medical progress and emotional support for chronic illness patients offers important validation for the IBD community. This visibility creates opportunities for better advocacy, stronger communities, and more meaningful healthcare conversations.
Larry Nance Jr.’s Inspiring Journey: Turning Crohn’s Into NBA Success
NBA player Larry Nance Jr.’s journey from a devastating Crohn’s diagnosis at sixteen to professional basketball success offers hope and inspiration for anyone in the IBD community pursuing their dreams. His story proves that with the right support and determination, chronic illness doesn’t have to limit your ambitions.
When Food Becomes the Enemy: Diet’s Hidden Role in IBD Flares
New research confirms what many with IBD have suspected: ultra-processed foods and inflammatory diets can worsen symptoms, while anti-inflammatory approaches like the Mediterranean diet may help. Here’s what this means for your daily food choices and IBD management.
Why Women with IBD Need Their Own Healthcare Champions
Women with IBD face unique challenges that deserve specialized medical attention and support. A new conference at Cedars-Sinai highlights the growing recognition that gender-specific IBD care is essential for optimal outcomes.
Lincoln’s Take Steps Walk: A Community Coming Together for IBD Hope
Lincoln’s recent Take Steps walk brought the community together to support IBD research and awareness. Beyond fundraising, these events provide crucial resources and community connection for people with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
Exercise with Crohn’s: Finding Your Path to Gentle Movement
Exercise with Crohn’s doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s routine—it just has to work for you. Gentle, consistent movement can reduce stress and improve quality of life, but the key is finding activities that feel supportive rather than demanding.
IBD Emerges from Nigeria’s Medical Shadows: A Wake-Up Call
New research reveals IBD affects nearly 5% of colonoscopy patients in Nigeria, with most having severe, extensive inflammation but limited access to advanced treatments. This emerging picture offers important perspective on global IBD challenges and healthcare disparities.
From Isolation to Inspiration: One Student’s IBD Journey Creates Hope
Colin Dugan’s journey from isolated college student with Crohn’s disease to founder of Badgers for IBD shows how personal struggles can become powerful forces for change. His story offers hope and practical insights for anyone seeking connection in their IBD journey.
New IBD Companion App Offers Real Support for Daily Challenges
Takeda’s new “For You, With You IBD” app offers comprehensive support for daily IBD challenges, including bathroom location, medication reminders, and symptom tracking. Developed with patient input, this tool represents a shift toward technology that truly understands the complexities of living with Crohn’s and colitis.
