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Making Life Easier for Post-Secondary Students with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) 

Making Life Easier for Post-Secondary Students with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) 

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Ostomy Care in Crohn’s and Colitis

Ostomy Care in Crohn’s and ColitisDate: October 8, 2024 Time: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. ET Are you, or a loved one, getting ready to live with an ostomy? Have you ever wondered how to maintain...
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Arthritis in Crohn’s and Colitis

Did you know that arthritis is a common complication for those with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis? Are you aware of the signs, symptoms, and treatment options for managing arthritis...
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Meeting of the Minds

Join us for the definitive educational event of the year in Inflammatory Bowel Disease for healthcare! Who should attend: Physicians, Scientists, Researchers, Nurses, Postgraduate Residents...
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Westin Harbour Castle 1 Harbour Square Toronto, Ontario Canada M5J 1A6
Toronto
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Stories from the Crohn's and Colitis Community

Our constituents living with Crohn's or colitis share stories of courage and determination.

Quick Fact

  • Canada has among the highest incidence rates of Crohn's and colitis in the world.
  • 1 in 140 Canadians lives with Crohn’s or colitis.
  • Families new to Canada are developing these diseases for the first time.
  • Incidence of Crohn’s in Canadian kids under 10 has doubled since 1995.
  • People are most commonly diagnosed before age 30.