Crohn’s & Colitis Australia Calls on Australians to Demand Action this election for the 180,000 People Living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
In response to the State of the Nation in IBD in Australia report, CCA has proposed a practical and evidence-based solution to the government. But after a request for funding was denied, Crohn’s & Colitis Australia is now asking everyday Australians to demand better from their local MPs and candidates.
THE INNOVATE STUDY: TESTING A NEW DIET THERAPY FOR ULCERATIVE COLITIS
Monash University researchers are studying a new diet as a treatment for individuals with flaring ulcerative colitis.
Veggie Frittata
From Eloise Turner – Australian Practicing Dietitian and digital nomad living with Crohn’s Disease As always: if any of these…
State of the Nation Advocacy
Talking to people in your network and local community is really effective in advocating for change
Peanut choc overnight oats
From Eloise Turner – Australian Practicing Dietitian and digital nomad living with Crohn’s Disease As always: if any of these…
Identifying the most important future research questions for perianal Crohn’s disease: a prioritisation survey
Researchers are seeking to identify the top priorities for people living with perianal Crohn’s Disease. Please answer this short survey…
Are you over 60 years old or have you lived with IBD for over 30 years? Join our focus group in May!
We know that a lot of IBD information is tailored to younger people or those who have just been diagnosed. We’re expanding our IBD resources to better serve older people and those who have lived with IBD for a long time. We want to understand the type of information that would be the most helpful and engaging for you.
Youth Fun Event (Perth)
Crohn's & Colitis Australia is excited to invite young people under 18 years of age, who are affected by IBD, to our Youth Fun Day on Sunday, 4th May, from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Cahoots' Adventure Camp (The Climb Zone) (100 Kirby Road, Bullsbrook WA 6084). Family members, including parents and siblings, are also invited!
PBS patient co-payment freeze
The Australian Government has implemented a freeze on the maximum patient cost for PBS medicines, effective 01 January 2025. This measure, aimed at easing cost of living pressures, maintains the 2024 co-payment rates for all Medicare and concession card holders.
GESA recommendation: Faecal Calprotectin tests
The Gastroenterological Society of Australia (GESA) Led Application for faecal calprotectin for the monitoring of disease activity in patients with inflammatory bowel disease was approved by Medical Services Advisory Committee (MSAC) on 6 February 2025.
IBD and diet – patient questionnaire
IBD and diet – patient questionnaire Monash Health Gastroenterology researchers are conducting a survey on the effects of diet on…
Media coverage: IBD State of the Nation report
ABC: Inflammatory bowel disease rates increasing in Australia, costing the economy billions Author: Liana Walker “Australians living with inflammatory bowel…