02/12/2025
💜 Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week
This week, we shine a light on Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis - two forms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) that affect over 500,000 people in the UK. These are invisible illnesses that bring daily challenges: pain, fatigue, hospital visits, and the emotional toll of living with uncertainty.
💡 Why this matters:
• Crohn’s and Colitis are lifelong conditions with no cure
• Symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhoea, weight loss, and extreme tiredness
• They can impact mental health, work, education, and social life
• Early diagnosis and support make a huge difference
✅ How you can support this week:
• Start the conversation - help break the stigma around IBD
• Share your story or listen to others to build understanding
• Learn the signs and encourage early medical advice
• Together, we can make the invisible visible. Let’s show compassion, raise awareness, and support those living with Crohn’s and Colitis.
• Speak to your GP or visit https://crohnsandcolitis.org.uk/ for help, support and advice.
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We're here for everyone with Crohn's and Colitis