Living with IBD often means facing invisible challenges like stress, pain, and fatigue. This Mental Health Awareness Month and World IBD Day (May 19), get our free More Than the Gut Guide — filled with evidence-based tips for coping with the mental and emotional side of IBD. https://bit.ly/4miTlzO

If you’ve ever had questions about ostomies—you’re not alone. Our latest blog breaks it all down—from what an ostomy is to what life can look like after—so you can feel more informed, prepared, and supported. 💜 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cBelyt

Proposed Medicare policy changes could put access to essential ostomy supplies at risk. Join the UOAA webinar on 4.21 @ Noon ET to learn what this proposed change could mean for you. Register here: https://bit.ly/4cprDwI

Living with IBD affects more than the gut—it impacts mental health, too. 💜 In honor of #WorldIBDDay (May 19), GI psychologist Dr. Megan Riehl shares why caring for both mind and body matters—and how our free More Than the Gut Guide can help. Watch + download: https://bit.ly/4miTlzO

💙 It's #NationalDoctorsDay! Dr. Ugo Iroku, gastroenterologist and member of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation’s National Board of Trustees, shares 3 questions your doctor wants to hear from you — questions that open conversations, build trust, and help ensure you’re getting the best care possible.

In honor of National Doctors’ Day, we invited members of our Professional Member Network to share their journeys into medicine, what keeps them going, and the meaningful moments that remind them why this work matters. Read more: https://bit.ly/41yEAiA

Infusion day is a regular part of life for many people with IBD — but that doesn’t make it easy. Foundation trustee and GI psychologist Megan Riehl, PsyD, shares practical, evidence-based tips to help ease infusion-related stress in a new Everyday Health article. Check it out: https://bit.ly/4rFcOf7

Today, the Foundation met with health policy leaders from across the Department of Health & Human Services to discuss advancing prevention and treatment strategies. Thank you to Kaylaa’ White, Foundation Social Media Ambassador, who shared her powerful story at the briefing.

At the Foundation's bipartisan Capitol Hill briefing, Angela Smith — who lives with Crohn’s disease — shared her story, resonating deeply with attendees. The discussion focused on early detection, prevention pathways, and more. This event was supported in part by Pfizer and Takeda Pharmaceuticals.

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

Fewer ER visits and hospital stays: Practices that are part of our national quality-of-care initiative continue to get real results—IBD emergency visits are down by 51% and hospital stays dropped by 57%. Read more in our new Fall/Winter Impact Report. https://bit.ly/4pFHj4d

The Safe Step Act is back on Capitol Hill! This vital bill would limit harmful insurance step therapy policies—protecting the doctor–patient relationship and ensuring people with IBD can access the treatments their doctors prescribe. Read more in our Fall/Winter Impact Report: https://bit.ly/3Ytdec5

Thank you to our Crohn's & Colitis Awareness Week sponsors — AbbVie, Bob’s Red Mill, Gilead, Kate Farms, Lilly, and Takeda — for helping to amplify IBD awareness during Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week. #IBDLooksLike #CrohnsAndColitisAwarenessWeek

Living with IBD shaped every part of John Capodilupo’s life—and now it drives his mission to help others. Our latest blog shares how this Foundation Trustee and entrepreneur co-founded Throne, a company turning bathroom data into insights for people with Crohn’s & colitis. https://bit.ly/4pNZdl8

It's the final day of #CrohnsAndColitisAwarenessWeek! Every donation thru 12/31 will be matched up to $500,000, doubling your impact for research, advocacy, and patient support. https://bit.ly/48BKuE0. Thank you to our sponsors: AbbVie, Bob’s Red Mill, Gilead, Kate Farms, Lilly, Pfizer, & Takeda.

This Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week, #IBDLooksLike Advocating to Drive Change: Federal research funding faces a 40% cut, threatening breakthroughs that could prevent IBD before symptoms start. View our Awareness Week landing page to sign a petition: https://bit.ly/48BKuE0

Meet Kara, winner of our Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week T-shirt contest! Diagnosed with Crohn's disease at just 11, Kara’s strength inspires many. Watch her proudly show off her winning design. Donate $50 by 12/7 to get your own and support people like Kara living with IBD! https://bit.ly/4pV6RKB

It’s Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week – share what #IBDLooksLike for you! Every journey adds to the full picture of life with IBD: the exhaustion of a flare, the courage to keep going, the relief of remission, and the strength of community. Share your story here: https://bit.ly/4ph2Ikh

It’s Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week, and we’re excited to share the Real Life with IBD Guide, a free resource created with and for the IBD community. https://bit.ly/48BKuE0 Thank you to our Awareness Week sponsors: AbbVie, Genentech, Gilead, Kate Farms, Lilly, Pfizer, Takeda, and Teva.

IBD influencers are breaking stigma by sharing their Crohn’s and UC journeys so others feel seen and less alone. Read our HealthCentral partnership article featuring Foundation ambassadors Natalie, Kimberly, Liam, and other IBD creators: https://bit.ly/441SHyI #CrohnsAndColitisAwarenessWeek

IBD doesn’t look like one thing. For Rob, a social media ambassador for the Foundation, it looks like training, traveling, and competing at the highest level in professional pickleball! 💪🏆 Let’s go there this Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week — together. https://bit.ly/48BKuE0