Clinic Visits

IBD testing and visits

In order to reduce spread of COVID-19, if your IBD is in remission and you are feeling well, delay any in-person visits to your doctor. Consult with your primary care physician and/or gastroenterologists to determine if they can assess you through video-telemedicine or by telephone, instead of an in-person visit. 

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Infusion Clinics

It is safe to visit infusion clinics for your medications. Get expert guidance on receiving biologic or biosimilar medications and visiting infusion clinics.

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Testing for COVID-19

Learn about testing procedures for COVID-19 and get recommendations for people with Crohn's or colitis.

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Last Updated: October 8, 2020

  • 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.