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NEWS FEATURE

Help Fund Research - Contact Your Senator Today

The United States Senate Committee on Appropriations will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2008 Supplemental Package on Thursday, May 15, before taking the Package to the Senate floor. If passed, it will invest $8 billion for investments in American priorities, including health care initiatives. It would include funding of $400 million for the National Institutes of Health, enabling the funding of approximately 700 additional research grants. Read more and contact your senator today.
 

Crohn's and Colitis Treatments -
What's New and What's on the Way

Listen to a recording of our live teleconference featuring Dr. Edward Loftus, Jr., Director of the IBD Interest Group at Mayo Clinic, as he reported on current and future treatments for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis on May 6, 2008. Listen now.

Take Steps Radio Announcement Features ABC Personality

Join grateful Crohn's patient Cynthia McFadden, co-anchor on ABC's Nightline and Primetime broadcasts, in making noise about Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Listen to McFadden in our new radio public service announcement for the Walk to cure digestive diseases, taking place around the country this spring. You can also help by registering to walk in your community today.

Enroll Today in Our Professional Membership Program

Help your patients take charge of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis by enrolling in our newly redesigned professional membership program, for physicians and other healthcare professionals. We'll help you equip your patients with the resources to help manage their disease. We'll also help you establish yourself as a leader in the treatment and management of Crohn's and colitis. See our updated membership benefits and enroll today.

Share your Thoughts about Crohn's and Colitis:
Visit Our New Online Community

We know living with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis can be difficult, but the right resources and support can make day-to-day living easier. Join our newly launched, free online community to get the support you need to manage your condition or help a family member cope. Participate in discussion boards, share your story, and much more. The 500th and 1,000th registrants will receive a CCFA gift pack. Visit the community.




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Updated: 05/09/08