February Updates From the Minnesota/Dakotas Chapter
Published: February 3, 2021
Check out the latest news on events, education, and getting involved with the Foundation!
Join Us for a Webinar on the Power of Teamwork & Resiliency
Register today for our upcoming Community Webinar on the Power of Teamwork & Resiliency on Thursday, February 18 from 8-9am. Our esteemed panelists will share some of their professional strategies on the importance of teamwork & community building during the pandemic, while leaving time for Q&A.
Meet Our Twin Cities Honored Hero
Eddie Memmen will be three years old in April, and he’s already been an IBD hero for most of his life! Eddie was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease less than a week before his first birthday. His parents say, “Our family grew stronger learning how to help Eddie get stronger. We read everything we could, went to support groups and got involved with Take Steps. We got involved because we love our son.” Today, they say, “Eddie is as happy as can be, smiling and learning every day. He became a big brother in July of 2020, and I can think of no better role model for his sister to have.” Read Eddie's full story on our website.
Join a Committee in 2021!
As we plan our 2021 Foundation events, we are looking for individuals who want to give back to the IBD community, meet others passionate about the Foundation’s mission to find a cure, and have fun. We are currently looking for volunteers to serve on the following committees:
· Take Steps Walk Planning Committee
· Topgolf Planning Committee (NEW!)
· Evening of Hope Gala Planning Committee
· spin4 crohn’s & colitis cures planning committee
· Young Professionals Committee (NEW!)
Please contact Tovah Domenick at [email protected] or 651-917-2424 x1 if you would like to learn more about these opportunities and discuss what would be the best fit for you.
Talkin’ Trish Nutrition Video Series
Meet Trish, a teen with IBD and lots of personality. In her show, Talkin' Trish, she talks to kids who have IBD and answers their questions about IBD and nutrition. Check out her shows on Food and IBD, Food and IBD Flares, and Nutrition tips and tricks.
Improving Patient & Provider Education about Biosimilars
In recent years, seven biosimilars have been approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration for IBD indications. However, there is still a lot of confusion about these drugs. Learn more about biosimilars and why they are important for the treatment of IBD.
IBD & Me is a place for kids and parents to learn more about Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Kids can meet new friends and play some fun games, all while learning about IBD and how to manage it. Get started here.
Friends of the Foundation are companies who significantly invest in the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation-Minnesota/Dakotas Chapter. Thank you to our partners! Your support helps our chapter invest in important IBD research and continue to support the IBD community in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
