Research Milestones

How is research impacting the lives of people with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis? Here we share stories of success and what we are learning about the causes and triggers, and best ways to manage, treat and prevent these diseases. 

Crohn's and Colitis Canada Leads Way to Connect IBD Research with Patient Care CARE, Improved Outcomes

Canada’s Strategy for Patient-Oriented Research launches vital, new expansion networkHamilt...

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New Crohn's and Colitis Canada Network Unites World-Class Canadian Healthcare Centres

New Crohn's and Colitis Canada Network Unites World-Class Canadian Healthcare CentresNetwork ...

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  • 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.

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