Every December, Dr. Sadye Beatryce Curry took joy in selecting beautifully designed holiday cards for the patients of her gastroenterology practice. She hoped the gesture would convey to patients that they mattered.  Dr. Curry had a hard-earned and illustrious medical ca...

The weather in San Francisco was gloomy, but I was buzzing with nervous, yet excited energy as I entered the Moscone Center, prepared to be one of this year’s IBD Patient Reporters. Reflecting on my time at the 2025 Crohn’s & Colitis Congress, I keep circling back to health lit...

May 19 marks World IBD Day, a global initiative to raise awareness about the challenges faced by the millions of people living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). IBD is an umbrella term used to describe lifelong conditions that cause chronic inflammation of the digestive tract. The ...

This Op-Ed originally appeared in The Dallas Morning News   As open enrollment season for insurance is ending, patients should be aware of an alarming trend — the escalating rate of health insurance claim denials —and what they can...

  More and more, we hear about the term “patient-centered care” and the role of the “patient voice” in healthcare. But what does it mean and what does it look like in action? What Is “Patient-Centered Care”? In patient-centered care, healthcare providers, pharmaceutical compan...

  More than 10 million people worldwide experience the physical, psychological, and financial burdens of living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, collectively known as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Every year on May 19...

Almost a quarter of Americans, or more than 62 million adults, formally volunteer with organizations.1   People volunteer for many reasons. It can be rewarding, empowering, and connect you with like-minded people who share your passion and sense of purpose.   ...

Receiving a diagnosis of Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis can be confusing and stressful. You may have a lot of emotions and questions. Will my symptoms improve? What are my treatment options? What are my next steps?   An important place to start is by finding your care team...

Volunteers are the heart and soul of the Foundation. You help drive our work to find cures and improve the quality of life for IBD patients. Check out how Shauntae, Brett, and Damian & Jennifer Doggett decided to make a difference in their communities this spring below.   ...

It's been a busy spring for the Foundation. From our PoopUp Experience, to World IBD Day, to expanding our work on diversity, equity, and inclusion, read the stories below to see what we've been up to the past few months. The Foundation presents: A PoopUp Experience   ...