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IFCCA – International Federation of Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis Associations

International Federation of Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis Associations

The International Federation of Crohn's & Ulcerative Colitis Associations is an umbrella organisation representing 51 national patients’ associations. IFCCA aims to work to improve life for people with IBD and give them a louder voice and higher visibility across Europe and beyond.

21/08/2026

’s isn’t just about the gut. From costochondritis to heart issues, learn why chest pain happens in and when to seek help. 🩺

People with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease, most often experience symptoms that affect the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Howeve

20/08/2026

Could electricity replace or assist drugs for ’s and ?⚡️

How bioelectronic medicine and vagus nerve stimulation are pioneering a new approach to calm gut inflammation. 🧠💥

The first FDA-approved minimally invasive nerve stimulator for rheumatoid arthritis marks a milestone for bioelectronic medicine—and researchers hope other diseases could be next.

19/08/2026

Tired of unexpected leaks? Discover the primary causes behind ostomy pouch failures and how to fix them for good. 💡👇

If you’ve ever woken up at 2 a.m. to wet sheets, or lifted your shirt to confirm what you suspected, you know: an ostomy leak is rarely just a practical […]

18/08/2026

🧬 Game-changer in gut health: Researchers have created 3D "mini guts" using real human tissue to revolutionize treatment for . 🧠👇

Melbourne researchers create 3D models to study treatments for Crohn's and ulcerative colitis.

17/08/2026

Let’s talk about the topic nobody discusses: Intimacy and . 💜 Learn how to navigate romance, symptoms, and connection.

IBD, which is short for inflammatory bowel disease, is an umbrella term for chronic inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract such as Crohn's dis

16/08/2026

Before the flare: How recognizing early ’s symptoms can change everything.⏳🩺

Find out about the early symptoms of Crohn’s disease, to detect it sooner and manage it better. Learn to pay attention to appetite, fatigue, joint pain, and other signs.

15/08/2026

Beyond weight loss: Could GLP-1 drugs help (or harm) people with ’s disease? 🩺💊

If you have Crohn’s disease, here’s what to know about GLP-1 drugs, including side effects, flare risk, and safety considerations.

14/08/2026

🧩 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝗵𝗻'𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗯𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗿—𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱—𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸?

📢 As part of the INTERCEPT EU-funded research project, IFCCA is inviting members of our community to take part in a short interview study.

We're looking for people who:
✔️ 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝗵𝗻'𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲
✔️ 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗜𝗕𝗗 (𝗖𝗿𝗼𝗵𝗻'𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗹𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀)

🕒 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗱?
One confidential online interview (20–30 minutes) in English, Spanish or French.

By sharing your experiences, you'll help researchers better understand how people think about family risk, early detection and prevention of Crohn's disease.

🔗 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱? Sign up here: https://buff.ly/IziupAD

Not the right fit? You can still make a difference by sharing this opportunity with someone who might be.

INTERCEPT is a European research project exploring how Crohn's disease could be identified earlier and, in the future, potentially prevented in people at increased risk. IFCCA is running a short interview study to understand the experiences and perspectives of people with a family history of IBD. Ta...

13/08/2026

Kidney stones, inflammation, and . The unexpected connection patients should know about. ⚠️📊

Chronic inflammation in ulcerative colitis can extend beyond the gut and affect your kidneys over time. Here is what you need to look out for and how to stay ahead of complications. 🔍

Kidney disease affects up to 25 percent of people living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This includes ulcerative colitis, a type of IBD that affect

12/08/2026

Did you know ’s can cause swollen lymph nodes inside your abdomen? 🩺 Here’s what doctors want patients to know. 🔍

💡 Nearly 25% of people with 's experience enlarged abdominal lymph nodes on scans. Learn how causes hidden inflammation and when to talk to your doctor. 🩺✨

While Crohn’s disease is most known for causing inflammation in the large and small intestines, it can affect the entire digestive system.

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