Social media ambassador and VLS patient reporter Kimberly Hooks interviews Annette Martinez, our National Board Chair-Elect, live at the Volunteer Leadership Summit in Denver. #VLS2026
Congratulations to Michele Rubin, MSN, and Robert Reiss, MD, recipients of the Rosenthal Award for Catalyzing Improved Patient Care & Support and the Modell Award for Catalyzing Mission Advancement at our 2026 Volunteer Leadership Summit! #VLS2026
People with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease face a higher risk of colorectal cancer, but early detection can save lives. This National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, take charge and learn how proactive screening can protect you: https://bit.ly/4l2LBkV #EnoughCRC #ColorectalCancerAwareness
Over half of people with IBD switch meds within 5 years. 🩺 Dr. Alan Moss, our Chief Scientific Officer, shares insights with @everydayhealth.bsky.social on what to do when Crohn’s treatments stop working. Read more: https://bit.ly/4sFmWpd
Foundation social media ambassador Victoria Tyler left this year’s Crohn’s & Colitis Congress more hopeful about life with IBD. She recaps research on intestinal ultrasound and new fistula/stricture treatments that could make care less invasive and more effective. Read more: https://bit.ly/4rxudH8
“Feeling like your body is betraying you” is something many people with IBD know all too well- & it can be devastating. Foundation social media ambassador Natalie Hayden shares her story, with insights from Dr. Megan Riehl, GI psychologist & Foundation Board member. Read more: https://bit.ly/4ccPmSo
Our Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Alan Moss, shares his insights in a new @everydayhealth.bsky.social article on what poop can reveal during an ulcerative colitis flare — from stool changes to red flags to track. https://bit.ly/4qHryJI
(2/2) In this video, Andrés Hurtado-Lorenzo, PhD, Senior Vice President of Translational Research & IBD Ventures at the Foundation, shares how this partnership puts people living with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis front and center.
https://bit.ly/4qhEtlt
(1/2) We’re proud to collaborate with Vie Ventures, a venture fund dedicated to advancing novel therapies for autoimmune and immune-mediated diseases, including IBD.
Let’s face it: the prep is often the hardest part. Dr. Alan Moss, Chief Scientific Officer at the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, shares his top three tips to make the colonoscopy prep process a little smoother and ensure a successful exam. @everydayhealth.bsky.social
A Foundation–funded study in Gastroenterology found that time‑restricted eating (a type of intermittent fasting) reduced Crohn’s disease activity by 40% and cut inflammation by half. Changing when you eat—not just what you eat—may help support long-term remission. More: https://bit.ly/4qZd1Kr
Good news for everyone living with IBD: Proposed cuts to federal medical research funding were stopped! Hear from Foundation President & CEO Michael Osso about what this victory means for the IBD community and join our advocacy network to keep the momentum going: https://bit.ly/4r3PRTt
Managing ulcerative colitis goes beyond the medicine cabinet, but where should you start with lifestyle changes? Dr. Alan Moss, MD, Chief Scientific Officer of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, breaks down the top 3 lifestyle changes that can help control UC. @everydayhealth.bsky.social
What if you could predict your risk of developing Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis? A new Foundation survey found 93% of the IBD community would want that test—and many are open to lifestyle changes to help prevent it. Learn more: bit.ly/49VRsod
We loved connecting with everyone at #CCCongress2026! This year’s meeting brought together leading researchers, clinicians, and patient voices to advance care for people living with IBD. Special thanks to our patient reporters, Victoria Tyler and Ian Goldstein, for breaking down the latest research.
Did you know there are five main types of Crohn’s disease?
Read our latest blog to learn about each type—and explore trusted resources for managing Crohn’s symptoms. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4qxkkc3
Big win! The U.S. House rejected cuts to IBD research funding in the budget bill. The Senate votes on it THIS WEEK. Support IBD patients by using our easy action form to send our pre-written message to your senators now. It takes less than 60 seconds. Take action: https://bit.ly/3O1Gxk3
Live from #CCCongress26! Patient Reporter Ian Goldstein talks with Board of Trustees Chair Amber Backhaus about leadership, progress, and hope for everyone affected by IBD.
It’s Day 2 of #CCCongress26! From cutting-edge research to powerful patient stories, the Crohn’s & Colitis Congress is driving progress in IBD treatment and understanding.
#CCCongress26 is underway in Las Vegas, bringing together experts, clinicians, and patients to advance care for people living with IBD. Stay tuned here for the latest updates, insights, and innovations from the Crohn’s & Colitis Congress 2026!
Registration for Take Steps is officially open! Join thousands of walkers across the country raising funds for IBD research, care, and support. Hope moves when we do! Register today: https://bit.ly/3ZgO7tr
Many Hispanic Americans with IBD face delayed diagnoses and financial strain. Nearly half had symptoms for over a year before diagnosis, and 55% said IBD made it harder to pay bills. Read how new research in our journal examines these barriers and concerns: https://bit.ly/4pAySGC
You may recognize Ian Goldstein, one of our two patient reporters for the 2026 Crohn’s & Colitis Congress®, reporting live to the IBD community January 22–24. As a Foundation Social Media Ambassador, writer, and comedian living with Crohn’s disease, he’ll break down the latest from Congress.
Newly published Foundation research found that over 1/3 of young adults with IBD faced insurance step therapy barriers in the past year, forcing them to wait longer for doctor‑recommended treatments. See what this means for young adults’ health & financial stability ➡️ https://bit.ly/4qCRirh
You may recognize one of our 2026 Crohn’s & Colitis Congress® patient reporters, Victoria Tyler, sharing her perspective live January 22–24. Living with UC, she’s a Foundation Social Media Ambassador & the first Savage X Fenty ambassador with an ostomy. Follow along during Congress for her updates!
Love dining out, but worried about IBD? Hear trusted experts share real-world tips to help you navigate restaurant meals with confidence—featured in our Fall/Winter Impact Report. https://bit.ly/3LaDUeN
Our advocacy volunteers drove real change for the IBD community this year—helping protect IBD research funding and build momentum for step therapy reform so patients can access the treatments they need.
Join our Advocacy Network in 2026 to help move this work forward: https://bit.ly/3XZ4drl
More than 1,000 kids and teens with IBD were welcomed at Camp Oasis during its 20th anniversary season, building friendships, hope, and confidence.
Read more about camp’s impact in our new Fall/Winter Impact Report. https://bit.ly/48NpyKA
A gastroenterologist who becomes an IBD patient sees medicine from both sides of the exam table—suddenly, every symptom, delay, and decision feels personal. In our latest blog, you’ll hear how Dr. Greg Cammell's Crohn’s diagnosis reshaped his life and career. Check it out: https://bit.ly/3YApjwg
The holidays are a time for celebration. They can also be stressful, with many of us experiencing increased anxiety, especially this year. If you are concerned about stress-related flares or need extra support, please reach out to the IBD Help Center. Contact them here: https://bit.ly/4c9QWRs
