Crohn's & Colitis UK

It's here! Watch our new Cut The Crap campaign ad that's launching in cinemas across the UK today. Let us know where you spot it! We say #CutTheCrap to all the excuses people make to delay checking their symptoms. Use our symptom checker to help you decide if you should seek further help.

Comment your heart 💗💚💜❤️💙💛 Remember, you are not alone. Image description: In white text, the title reads: "Sending strength and positivity to..." followed by a series of hearts representing different feelings. (Pink heart) "those who are supporting a loved one." (Green heart) "those who’ve had to cancel plans this weekend." (Purple heart) "those who are experiencing a flair." (Red heart) "those getting used to a new way of life." (Blue heart) "those who are fatigued." (Yellow heart) "those who are doing ok for now." At the bottom it reads, "Remember, you are not alone." The background is violet with the CCUK logo. #Crohns #Colitis #InflammatoryBowelDisease #IBD

Only 50% of newly diagnosed patients said they had been given enough information to understand treatment options available and make an informed choice.  So, together with healthcare professionals and people living with Crohn’s or Colitis, we have created our new Medicine Tool. “This would have been a great tool to have been able to access when I was first diagnosed…There was lots of mention of different types of medicines that I could try but it was all so confusing. The comparison tool would definitely have helped me make better decisions for me and my health”. Rebecca, living with Ulcerative Colitis Try it today via the link below! https://lnkd.in/ewucxSfJ #crohns #colitis #ibd

Thank you Andrew Snowden MP for using your maiden speech in Parliament to share your wife Caroline's experience of living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease. We look forward to working with you and other MPs to raise awareness of invisible conditions like Crohn's and Colitis, and to tackle stigma and misunderstanding. #Crohns #Colitis #IBD #InflammatoryBowelDisease

In collaboration with healthcare professionals and people living with Colitis, we have produced a new patient information resource for Etrasimod. This new resource looks at: - How etrasimod works - What you can expect from etrasimod - How to take etrasimod - Possible side effects - Stopping or changing treatment Find out more via the link below: https://lnkd.in/emC2YbeM.. Image description: An image of someone's hands holding a blister pack of medication. Their arms are visible and a bright blue jumper can be seen.

Our Run 60 Miles challenge is back for its third year! Gather your friends, family, and colleagues, and join us for this incredible challenge! 📅 1st - 30th September  👟 Run, jog, or power walk 60 miles  📍    Any location  👕 FREE event t-shirt upon registration  💜 Raise funds and earn fab incentives  👩🏻🤝🧑🏽 Join our Facebook group for community support 30 Days, 1 Mission - A World Free from Crohn's and Colitis! Register now via the link below: https://lnkd.in/dwKKNXe6

In collaboration with healthcare professionals and people living with Colitis, we have produced a new patient information resource for Mirikizumab. This new resource looks at - How mirikizumab works - What you can expect from mirikizumab - How to take mirikizumab - Possible side effects - Stopping or changing treatment To find out more, click the link below: https://ow.ly/7MGx50SGf4Z.. #colitis #inflammatoryboweldisease #ibd

Robyn was diagnosed with Crohn's Disease at just 18 years old. She had no idea how severe the illness was but she soon found out. Her symptoms started suddenly one day during her college class while she was studying for an NC Social Care Course. The pain made it impossible for her to sit comfortably, leading her to question what was happening. Since then, Robyn has undergone multiple surgeries and tried countless treatments to find the best one for her. Living with Crohn's is a rollercoaster, with both good and bad days. The bad days are particularly challenging mentally, causing her to worry about her future as an actress and model. Managing the unpredictability of her symptoms is especially hard when her job demands 12-hour days on film and photography sets. Read more in our blog with Robyn, where she spoke about her experience: https://lnkd.in/embNBbUw Image description: There are three images with the post. Two show Robyn in hospital and one shows Robyn on a modelling shoot, posing with her stoma bag visible.

Happy International Self Care today. Remember rest is essential self care. Share with a friend 💜 Image description: On a white sticky note graphic, with pink tape on a violet background, the text reads: "Daily reminder: It's okay to rest. Don't feel guilty about taking time for yourself." #Crohns #Colitis #Restisselfcare #InflammatoryBowelDisease #IBD #InternationalSelfCareDay

Sometimes, all we need is some patience and understanding 💜 Image description: The title, in a white font with a pink border, reads "Things to say to someone with Crohn's or Colitis." Underneath in purple text in a white speech bubble, it says (in bullet points) " - We can go somewhere else if that’s easier - It’s ok if you need to rest- You don’t have to pretend to be ok." The image has speech bubble graphics as well as the CCUK logo. #Crohns #Colitis #InflammatoryBowelDisease #IBD