When a child is diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, it can feel overwhelming for the whole family. Parents can experience an instinct to protect their child by taking on as much responsibility as possible. But one of the most...

Simran Vaswani expected her first Take Steps experience to be quiet and serious. Instead, she found music, energy, and a sea of bright green T-shirts worn by people living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). For the first time since her diagnosis six months earlier, she felt part of ...

Discover how clinical trials shape the future of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis care. Learn from families, explore trial options, and find out how research powers better treatments.  Let’s go there: The importance of clinical trialsInflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affe...

 Build confidence in managing IBD. Learn how teens and young adults can transition to adult care and create lifelong skills to navigate their Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.  What Is Transition in Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis and Why Does It Mat...

 This World IBD Day, learn how Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis affect mental health and the gut-brain connection — and ways to cope.   World IBD Day: The Hidden Mental Health Impact of IBD Why mental health awareness matters in Crohn’s disease and ulcerat...

 “Will I need an ostomy?” This question can loom large for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). And it’s no wonder. Ostomy surgery is a major step for anyone dealing with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. For Ka...

Foundation Social Media Ambassador Kimberly Hooks As a patient advocate living with ulcerative colitis, my journey with IBD has changed my life in countless ways. Through every challenge, I’ve found purpose in sharing my st...

In honor of National Doctor’s Day (March 30), we’re proud to spotlight members of our Professional Member Network—dedicated gastroenterologists whose expertise, compassion, and commitment are transforming care for people living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). ...

Attending the Crohn’s & Colitis Congress in Las Vegas as a patient reporter was one of the most transformative experiences of my advocacy journey. As someone living with ulcerative colitis and a permanent ostomy, being in a space dedica...

I’ve never participated in a conference—or in Las Vegas—and as someone who prefers quiet to chaos, I was surprised to find both delight and meaning at the 2026 Crohn’s & Colitis Congress. I’ve had Crohn’s disease for almost two decades,...