Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week

Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week is Dec 1–7.

Millions of people silently struggle with these conditions, and it’s time to shed light.

3 Things to Know:

1. Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis are the two main types of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD) (crohnscolitisfoundation.org).
2. These conditions are chronic and often invisible, causing symptoms like abdominal pain and fatigue.
3. There is no cure yet, but medications, dietary changes, and surgery can help manage symptoms.

3 Things to Do:

1. Wear purple and share your support on social media using #CrohnsAndColitisAwarenessWeek.
2. Join a local or virtual IBD fundraiser or awareness walk.
3. Educate others on signs and symptoms using trusted resources.

3 Resources with Links:

1. Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week Info
2. IBD Research and Support
3. Global Aware for IBD