 | | March 30 Teleconference Addresses Research BreakthroughsResearch in IBD is changing and improving the way Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are diagnosed and treated. Tune into our interactive educational webcast/teleconference, "Breakthroughs in IBD Research: Helping You Today," on Tuesday, March 30, at 1:00 pm EST. National expert and researcher Stephan R. Targan, MD, will discuss recent advances in IBD research and answer audience questions during an interactive question and answer session. Register today at no cost: click here to register online, or call 877-547-5641, ext. 312.
Hit Series Actor Featured in Public Service Campaign:
Encourages Listeners to Register for a Take Steps Walk Actor Greg Itzin from the TV shows '24' on FOX and 'The Mentalist" on CBS recently recorded a series of radio public service announcements to raise awareness about Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis and the Foundation's Take Steps Walk program. In the PSAs, Mr. Itzin offers a way for listeners to make a difference in the lives of millions of patients—by registering for one of CCFA's 100 Take Steps Walks taking place this spring and summer around the country. Listen to the PSAs here and register for your local walk.
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month:
Know Your RiskEach year in the United States, 147,000 new cases of colorectal cancer (CRC) are diagnosed and more than 57,000 people die from the disease. People with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are at a higher risk for developing CRC than the general population. CRC is highly treatable in the early stage, which is why it's important to recognize its signs and symptoms. Tom Ullman, MD, CCFA's Chair of Professional Education and Assistant Professor of Medicine (Gastroenterology) at The Mount Sinai Medical Center, answers frequently asked questions about colorectal cancer and IBD.You Can: Change Lives, Help Find Cures, Run or Walk 13.1 MilesTrain for a summer 2010 half marathon with Team Challenge, CCFA's half marathon training program, and help find a cure for the 1.4 million Americans living with Crohn's and colitis. You can cross the finish line in beautiful California wine country at the Napa-to-Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon or see the sights of one of America's oldest cities as you run or walk through the Boston-area during the 13.1 Marathon Boston.
Our Team Challenge information meetings are taking place nationwide right now. When you attend a meeting, you'll meet a coach, talk to a CCFA staff person, and learn more about how Team Challenge can help you and help others. Find a meeting near you today!
Third Annual Celebrating UC Success Contest Launches: Calling All Entries! CCFA has launched the third annual Celebrating UC Success contest and encourages people living with ulcerative colitis (UC) to take part by sharing their experiences with the disease. This year's exciting new contest, called "Express How UC Success," asks UC patients to creatively express how they have overcome the challenges of their condition to live fuller lives. Entries may represent a personal achievement, a source of inspiration or an experience that prompted a memorable turning point in a patient's life. Five grand prize winners will be awarded a trip for two to participate in CCFA's Take Steps walk in Seattle, WA on July 18th. Facebook fans of "UC Success" will have the chance to help decide who the grand prize winners will be by voting for their favorite semi-finalist entry. Visit www.UCSuccess.org or www.facebook.com/UCSuccess to learn more about the contest, view the official rules and to enter the contest.
New Section on CCFA.org Highlights National Board of TrusteesCCFA looks to its National Board of Trustees for their combined talent in the business and not-for-profit communities as a source of invaluable support and guidance as we continue to raise funds to advance our search for the cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. You can now read about the Officers, Founders, and Trustees in the About CCFA section of this web site.
IBD & Me: New Activity Book for Kids IBD & Me is an activity book for children ages 8-13 that will help them to learn about Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. This new publication provides strategies to help kids face and overcome everyday challenges. It includes short comics, games, and other educational activities. It also contains important tools such as a bathroom tracker and glossary. Download it now, or order a copy today.
New IBD Legislation Introduced in House and Senate: Urge your Legislators to Support New BillThe IBD Research and Awareness Act was introduced May 6th in the House and Senate. We need your help to advocate for passage of this important piece of legislation that will help the 1.4 million Americans with IBD. Please contact your legislators now and ask them to cosponsor H.R. 2275 (House bill number) and S. 981 (Senate bill number). Take action now! | | |
