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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.
State of the Nation Advocacy
Talking to people in your network and local community is really effective in advocating for change
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…
Notice: CCA services closed Dec 21 – Jan 5
CCA’s office and services will be closed for the holidays from December 21 to January 5. This includes our Helpline and…
CCA CEO contributes to Abbvie Working Well report
A new AbbVie report has found that, of the one in two Australians living with a chronic health condition, over a third have left a job due to their condition.
Collective 202 Study
Patients can find locations in Australia by visiting Study Details | VE202 in Patients with Mild-to-Moderate Ulcerative Colitis | ClinicalTrials.gov
Crohn’s and Colitis Australia Joins Coalition to Advocate for Increased Funding for Preventive Health
Today, Crohn’s and Colitis Australia (CCA), alongside almost 20 other leading consumer health organisations, proudly joins the newly formed Coalition for Preventative Health Funding. The Coalition is calling on the federal government to commit to greater investment in Australia’s preventive health efforts.