Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation - Southern Texas Chapter

10/12/2026

Upcoming MyIBD Learning Highlighted Patient and Caregiver Education Programs

MyIBD Learning Highlighted Patient and Caregiver Education Programs
MyIBD Learning patient and caregiver education programs empower you with information, resources, and a community of support at every stage of your IBD journey. We're proud to have hosted more than 50 MyIBD Learning education programs in 2025, serving over 3,000 patients and caregivers. Keep an eye out for information about 2026 programs, coming soon! Visit the MyIBD Learning page to search for events near you: https://bit.ly/4ph3YmO

Saturday, November 7: MyIBD Learning: Houston - Patient and Caregiver Education Conference
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. CT
Join us for a day of learning and connecting IBD patients and caregivers of all ages with information, resources, and a community of support. Hear from our expert speakers about the very latest in research, treatments, and therapies for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/4w3EcWu

Webinar: Food, Fear, and IBD: Eating with Confidence
Tuesday, November 17 | 8 - 9 p.m. ET
Living with IBD can turn a simple meal into a source of stress — what's safe, what's not, and how much of that worry is your gut versus your mind. An IBD-focused dietitian and GI psychologist team up to help you tell the difference, so you can feel more at ease around food again. Register here: https://bit.ly/46zqbFB

10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day. People with IBD are three to five times more likely to experience anxiety and two to four times more likely to experience depression than the general population.
These feelings are understandable and valid. With the right support, skills, and tools, daily life can feel more manageable. For more on caring for your mental health with IBD, visit: https://bit.ly/4iay4aX

10/09/2026

Stretch, breathe, and connect with our community at Take Steps Around Town: YOGA! Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4y9ZzGy

Please help spread the word by sharing the flyer and inviting someone to join us. It’s a great way to introduce new people to Take Steps and our community!

10/09/2026

Researchers are testing an investigational study medicine called tulisokibart, in people with moderately to severely active Crohn's disease (CD). Tulisokibart is being tested to see if it may control the inflammation and fibrosis caused by CD and help resolve or improve its symptoms. Please consider participating in this important study.

You may qualify if you:
• Are an adult who has been diagnosed with moderate to severely active Crohn’s disease
• Have not responded well or stopped responding to at least 1 CD treatment
• Have not tolerated your dose of corticosteroids being reduced such as prednisone, budesonide, or beclomethasone
• Meet additional study criteria
Study staff will determine eligibility based on additional study criteria.

To learn more about the clinical research study and to see if you may be eligible, please click here: https://bit.ly/4yBRDin

We truly appreciate your interest and help! Your participation could make a difference in the lives of patients who suffer from Crohn’s disease.

This study is designed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of tulisokibart in participants with moderately to severely active Crohn's disease.

10/08/2026

Traveling with IBD can bring a worry many people don't talk about: needing a restroom, fast. ✈️🚻

Our Chief Education, Support and Advocacy Officer, Laura Wingate, spoke with USA TODAY about how people with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis can plan ahead and travel with more confidence.

Her tips include:
✅ Pack medications, supplies, and snacks you tolerate well in your carry-on
✅ Arrive early so you can find restrooms without rushing
✅ Let flight attendants know you may need to use the restroom even when the seatbelt sign is on, as long as it's safe

Plus, learn how our free We Can't Wait restroom finder app and I Can't Wait card can help on the go.

Read the full article: https://bit.ly/4i9M3xF

10/08/2026

Discover the fresh flavors of a Greek Tomato Omelette! 🍅 Try it out with the recipe: https://bit.ly/4tZgKsb

Hungry for more? Find delicious inspiration here: https://bit.ly/3sGHtAk

10/06/2026

You're not alone on the IBD parenting journey—connect with a supportive community of fellow parents and caregivers! 👨‍👩‍👦 https://bit.ly/3yn8OKh

10/05/2026

Upcoming MyIBD Learning Highlighted Patient and Caregiver Education Programs

MyIBD Learning Highlighted Patient and Caregiver Education Programs
MyIBD Learning patient and caregiver education programs empower you with information, resources, and a community of support at every stage of your IBD journey. We're proud to have hosted more than 50 MyIBD Learning education programs in 2025, serving over 3,000 patients and caregivers. Keep an eye out for information about 2026 programs, coming soon! Visit the MyIBD Learning page to search for events near you: https://bit.ly/4ph3YmO

Webinar: Beginner's Guide to Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis
Tuesday, October 6,| 8 - 9 p.m. ET
Newly diagnosed? Join other patients and families to learn the basics of IBD — how it differs from IBS, common symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options including medication and surgery. We'll also cover diet, mental health, preventive care, and practical tips for living well with IBD, for adults and children alike. Register here: https://bit.ly/46miKBw

Saturday, November 7: MyIBD Learning: Houston - Patient and Caregiver Education Conference
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. CT
Join us for a day of learning and connecting IBD patients and caregivers of all ages with information, resources, and a community of support. Hear from our expert speakers about the very latest in research, treatments, and therapies for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/4w3EcWu

Webinar: Food, Fear, and IBD: Eating with Confidence
Tuesday, November 17 | 8 - 9 p.m. ET
Living with IBD can turn a simple meal into a source of stress — what's safe, what's not, and how much of that worry is your gut versus your mind. An IBD-focused dietitian and GI psychologist team up to help you tell the difference, so you can feel more at ease around food again. Register here: https://bit.ly/46zqbFB

10/03/2026

Today is Ostomy Awareness Day. 💜 We're recognizing everyone living with an ostomy, along with the caregivers and care teams who support them. An ostomy can be life-saving and life-changing, yet too many people still face stigma or feel they have to stay silent about their ostomy. Whether you're preparing for surgery, adjusting to a new normal, or years into your journey, you're not alone. Find the Foundation's ostomy support resources here: https://bit.ly/4difXx2

Thank you to our sponsor, AbbVie, for your support.