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A diagnosis of Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis can raise many questions and concerns and we are here to help! The articles below discuss the details of IBD, its treatments, and what you can expect. CCFA has local chapters, support groups, and patient-to-patient support at our community site. Plus, we have information specialists available to answer your questions at our Information Resource Center: 888-694-8872 (M-F 9am-5pm EST).

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Fall means so many things: back-to-school, turning leaves...and Team Challenge Vegas! Team Challenge is our endurance training and fundraising program. It's a great way to get fit, make new friends, and help find cures for Crohn's and colitis! We're recruting right now for the Zappos.com Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas Half Marathon. Come join us in Vegas for a life-changing experience!

Calling all college students: we are now accepting applications for the National Youth Leadership Council It is a great opportunity for you to connect with other college students just like you while helping us fight for the 1.4 million Americans with IBD!

There are many other ways you can help: Attend an event, donate to the cause, or volunteer with your local chapter How do you think you can make a difference? Start today!


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You can’t get Crohn’s or colitis by eating a certain food – but for some people, certain foods can aggravate symptoms. Learn more about diet.
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Short Bowel Syndrome and Crohn’s Disease

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Short Bowel Syndrome (sometimes referred to as SBS) is a disorder that affects people who
have had large portions of their small intestine surgically removed as a result of a digestive
illness, such as Crohn’s disease. Learn more about its causes and treatments.

A New Life with IBD

(in Work & School)

Are you a new student just starting out at college? Read this articles for tips on managing on campus with IBD

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Did you know?Facts-on-the-go: Download one of our educational brochures to read on your eBook reader or tablet!
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CCFA Partners: Help us find cures

Congressional IBD Briefing

Finding the Right Path to Care

Pediatric Crohn's Disease: Finding the Right Path to Care

Team Challenge Rocks Vegas!

Eating Out

Missing out

Posted in Young Adults forum
Jul 24, 2012 11:13 AM EST

Recently diagnosed

Posted in Newly Diagnosed forum
Jul 18, 2012 6:20 PM EST

To go to school or not to go, that is the question!

Posted in Parents & Caregivers forum
Mon, July 30, 2012 4:20 PM EST

? Reversal?

Posted in Dealing with Surgery/Life after Surgery forum
July 28, 2012 1:31 AM EST

Weight gain

Posted in Diet/Nutrition forum
July 29, 2012 8:01 PM EST

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IRC toll-free at 888.694.8872 or e-mail info@ccfa.org. The IRC is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm EST.
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