Crohn's and Colitis Australia
@crohnsandcolitisau.bsky.social
Empowering people to live fearlessly while we help search for a cure of Crohn’s and colitis.
We encourage you to read our rural and remote support resource in the link below.
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/living-with-...
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April 16, 2025 at 1:06 AM
We encourage you to read our rural and remote support resource in the link below.
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/living-with-...
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/living-with-...
Awareness Month is just around the corner. On May 19, sites will be lighting up across country in recognition of the over 180,000 Australians living with IBD. Help us add more sites to the list: email events@crohnsandcolitis.org.au. crohnsandcolitis.org.au/how-to-help/...
March 17, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Awareness Month is just around the corner. On May 19, sites will be lighting up across country in recognition of the over 180,000 Australians living with IBD. Help us add more sites to the list: email events@crohnsandcolitis.org.au. crohnsandcolitis.org.au/how-to-help/...
People with inflammatory bowel disease are more likely to experience significant mental health problems, such as depression and anxiety.
Learn more on mental health and IBD through the following link: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/living-with-...
IBD Nurseline: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/support/nurs...
Learn more on mental health and IBD through the following link: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/living-with-...
IBD Nurseline: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/support/nurs...
March 16, 2025 at 10:44 PM
People with inflammatory bowel disease are more likely to experience significant mental health problems, such as depression and anxiety.
Learn more on mental health and IBD through the following link: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/living-with-...
IBD Nurseline: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/support/nurs...
Learn more on mental health and IBD through the following link: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/living-with-...
IBD Nurseline: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/support/nurs...
CCA is excited to invite young people and their families to a Youth Fun Day in Western Australia!
Date: May 4, 2025
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: 100 Kirby Road, Bullsbrook, WA, 6084
Special guest: West Coast Eagles superstar Jake Waterman!
Register here: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/youth-fun-ev...
Date: May 4, 2025
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: 100 Kirby Road, Bullsbrook, WA, 6084
Special guest: West Coast Eagles superstar Jake Waterman!
Register here: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/youth-fun-ev...
March 11, 2025 at 10:42 PM
CCA is excited to invite young people and their families to a Youth Fun Day in Western Australia!
Date: May 4, 2025
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: 100 Kirby Road, Bullsbrook, WA, 6084
Special guest: West Coast Eagles superstar Jake Waterman!
Register here: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/youth-fun-ev...
Date: May 4, 2025
Time: 10am-2pm
Location: 100 Kirby Road, Bullsbrook, WA, 6084
Special guest: West Coast Eagles superstar Jake Waterman!
Register here: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/youth-fun-ev...
One of CCA's key proposals is better access to multi-disciplinary care. Research shows this could increase a person’s likelihood of working by 26% but achieving this requires urgent investment at federal and state levels. Full State of the nation report: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/advocacy/our...
March 10, 2025 at 10:09 PM
One of CCA's key proposals is better access to multi-disciplinary care. Research shows this could increase a person’s likelihood of working by 26% but achieving this requires urgent investment at federal and state levels. Full State of the nation report: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/advocacy/our...
The State of the Nation report found that on average a person living with IBD spends about $5,900 each year managing their disease, or about 10% of the average Australian household's disposable income. Read the full IBD State of the Nation report here: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/advocacy/our...
March 4, 2025 at 12:18 AM
The State of the Nation report found that on average a person living with IBD spends about $5,900 each year managing their disease, or about 10% of the average Australian household's disposable income. Read the full IBD State of the Nation report here: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/advocacy/our...
Thank you to everyone who contributed to the public consultation into use of Faecal Calprotectin tests. The recommendation will need to be approved by the Minister for Health and Aged Care before listing on the MBS which is anticipated for later this year. www.gesa.org.au/public/13/fi...
February 26, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Thank you to everyone who contributed to the public consultation into use of Faecal Calprotectin tests. The recommendation will need to be approved by the Minister for Health and Aged Care before listing on the MBS which is anticipated for later this year. www.gesa.org.au/public/13/fi...
What is a biologic medicine and how does it work? You can read our full Biologics for IBD resource in the link below. crohnsandcolitis.org.au/living-with-...
February 25, 2025 at 2:29 AM
What is a biologic medicine and how does it work? You can read our full Biologics for IBD resource in the link below. crohnsandcolitis.org.au/living-with-...
How long did it take for you to find the right gastroenterologist and/or IBD care team? Are you still searching? Let us know in the comments.
You can book an appointment with our IBD Nurseline and Helpline to receive information, advice and guidance.
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/.../ibd-tele...
You can book an appointment with our IBD Nurseline and Helpline to receive information, advice and guidance.
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/.../ibd-tele...
February 10, 2025 at 12:29 AM
How long did it take for you to find the right gastroenterologist and/or IBD care team? Are you still searching? Let us know in the comments.
You can book an appointment with our IBD Nurseline and Helpline to receive information, advice and guidance.
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/.../ibd-tele...
You can book an appointment with our IBD Nurseline and Helpline to receive information, advice and guidance.
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/.../ibd-tele...
People with IBD lead full and satisfying lives, complete with family, career and leisure-time activities. It’s not uncommon for people with IBD to place a high priority on work performance as they are motivated to not let their condition impact them crohnsandcolitis.org.au/working-with...
February 6, 2025 at 10:34 PM
People with IBD lead full and satisfying lives, complete with family, career and leisure-time activities. It’s not uncommon for people with IBD to place a high priority on work performance as they are motivated to not let their condition impact them crohnsandcolitis.org.au/working-with...
World IBD Day is coming up on May 19! On this day, sites will illuminate in purple to solidarity for everyone living with IBD
Know a site in your local area that lights up? Let us know at events@crohnsandcolitis.org.au! Learn more about Awareness Month here: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/how-to-help/...
Know a site in your local area that lights up? Let us know at events@crohnsandcolitis.org.au! Learn more about Awareness Month here: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/how-to-help/...
February 5, 2025 at 10:46 PM
World IBD Day is coming up on May 19! On this day, sites will illuminate in purple to solidarity for everyone living with IBD
Know a site in your local area that lights up? Let us know at events@crohnsandcolitis.org.au! Learn more about Awareness Month here: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/how-to-help/...
Know a site in your local area that lights up? Let us know at events@crohnsandcolitis.org.au! Learn more about Awareness Month here: crohnsandcolitis.org.au/how-to-help/...
Today is World Cancer Day. On this day, we encourage people with IBD to stay up to date with your cancer screening tests.
You can book an appointment with our IBD Nurseline to discuss this. Ask your Gastroenterologist or GP what tests are relevant for you
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/support/ibd-...
You can book an appointment with our IBD Nurseline to discuss this. Ask your Gastroenterologist or GP what tests are relevant for you
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/support/ibd-...
February 3, 2025 at 11:09 PM
Today is World Cancer Day. On this day, we encourage people with IBD to stay up to date with your cancer screening tests.
You can book an appointment with our IBD Nurseline to discuss this. Ask your Gastroenterologist or GP what tests are relevant for you
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/support/ibd-...
You can book an appointment with our IBD Nurseline to discuss this. Ask your Gastroenterologist or GP what tests are relevant for you
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/support/ibd-...
Want to stay informed and up to date? Kickstart the new year by becoming a CCA member! Enjoy a heap of benefits including CCA's Inside Insight magazine, fortnightly e-news, a Can't Wait Card and more!
What are you waiting for?
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/.../membersh...
What are you waiting for?
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/.../membersh...
January 7, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Want to stay informed and up to date? Kickstart the new year by becoming a CCA member! Enjoy a heap of benefits including CCA's Inside Insight magazine, fortnightly e-news, a Can't Wait Card and more!
What are you waiting for?
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/.../membersh...
What are you waiting for?
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/.../membersh...
A collage of some of the wonderful photos taken during our Kids' Fun Days and Camp Fearless events this year!
Support more youth events for kids and teens living with IBD here: lnkd.in/gexUdjyR
Support more youth events for kids and teens living with IBD here: lnkd.in/gexUdjyR
December 15, 2024 at 10:37 PM
A collage of some of the wonderful photos taken during our Kids' Fun Days and Camp Fearless events this year!
Support more youth events for kids and teens living with IBD here: lnkd.in/gexUdjyR
Support more youth events for kids and teens living with IBD here: lnkd.in/gexUdjyR
Become a CCA Member!
Why join:
✅ Stay informed with regular newsletters.
✅ Access relevant tools and resources to help manage your IBD.
✅ Connect with a strong, supportive community.
Join today!
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/how-to-help/...
Why join:
✅ Stay informed with regular newsletters.
✅ Access relevant tools and resources to help manage your IBD.
✅ Connect with a strong, supportive community.
Join today!
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/how-to-help/...
December 11, 2024 at 11:08 PM
Become a CCA Member!
Why join:
✅ Stay informed with regular newsletters.
✅ Access relevant tools and resources to help manage your IBD.
✅ Connect with a strong, supportive community.
Join today!
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/how-to-help/...
Why join:
✅ Stay informed with regular newsletters.
✅ Access relevant tools and resources to help manage your IBD.
✅ Connect with a strong, supportive community.
Join today!
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/how-to-help/...
CCA CEO Leanne Raven contributed to the Abbvie workplace report. She said Crohn’s & Colitis Australia encourages people to make their own assessment on whether they want to disclose their condition to their employer and if they feel safe to disclose to their employer. abbvie.com.au/content/dam/...
December 8, 2024 at 11:42 PM
CCA CEO Leanne Raven contributed to the Abbvie workplace report. She said Crohn’s & Colitis Australia encourages people to make their own assessment on whether they want to disclose their condition to their employer and if they feel safe to disclose to their employer. abbvie.com.au/content/dam/...
By completing a GutSmart course, you will increase your knowledge and awareness of IBD and learn how to best support your patients. This increases your confidence in treating Crohn’s and colitis patients while also ensuring that you can provide tailored nutrition care. Learn more: gutsmart.com.au
December 3, 2024 at 11:20 PM
By completing a GutSmart course, you will increase your knowledge and awareness of IBD and learn how to best support your patients. This increases your confidence in treating Crohn’s and colitis patients while also ensuring that you can provide tailored nutrition care. Learn more: gutsmart.com.au
As a member of CCA you are part of a caring community and have access to exclusive benefits. What are you waiting for? Become a CCA member today! crohnsandcolitis.org.au/how-to-help/...
November 26, 2024 at 11:46 PM
As a member of CCA you are part of a caring community and have access to exclusive benefits. What are you waiting for? Become a CCA member today! crohnsandcolitis.org.au/how-to-help/...
This holiday season, help young people like Mac living with IBD find connection, fun, and support.
Your donation will fund Kids Fun Days, youth camps, and vital teen support groups.
DONATE TODAY
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November 21, 2024 at 9:35 PM
This holiday season, help young people like Mac living with IBD find connection, fun, and support.
Your donation will fund Kids Fun Days, youth camps, and vital teen support groups.
DONATE TODAY
crohnsandcolitis.org.au/how-to-help/...