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Ustekinumab listed on PBS
Ustekinumab is now listed on the PBS for the treatment of complex refractory fistulising Crohn’s disease (fCD).
2024 Scholarship awarded
We are thrilled to announce that the CCA IBD PhD Scholarship of $96,000 over three years has been awarded to Dr Richard Fernandes, University of Queensland. Dr Fernandes is a gastroenterologist who is undertaking the project ‘Improving our understanding of post-operative Crohn’s disease recurrence’
“This disease has changed my life in ways I would never have anticipated”
"This disease has impacted all aspects of my life and continues to do so today. It is often misunderstood and overlooked - I hope that my story helps bring just that little bit more visibility for others out there who are also experiencing a similar story to myself and suffering from this invisible disease."
Have your new years resolutions… slipped? Or never got off the ground?
By Gemma Reeves, APD BND BSc (FoodScNut) Health Coach As we gaze at the fireworks in the sky, dream about…
‘Have hope’: North Melbourne footballer Bella Eddey on managing her Crohn’s disease
‘Have hope’: North Melbourne footballer Bella Eddey on managing her Crohn’s disease If someone had have told North Melbourne AFLW…
What to expect when seeing a dietitian
What to expect when seeing a dietitian Written by Gemma Reeves Have you considered seeing a dietitian for your IBD? Do…
New dietary information in IBD!
New dietary information New website information is now available on diet and IBD. You will find information on a range…
New educational support videos on Crohn’s and colitis
New educational support videos on Crohn’s and colitis CCA are excited to share with you 3 new inflammatory bowel disease…
Blueberry & Banana Smoothie Pancakes
Blueberry & Banana Smoothie Pancakes Summer means berry season, and blueberries are particularly versatile to cook with. Known as a…
Easy Christmas Pudding
Easy Christmas Pudding CCA supporter JOHN FLAHERTY-DARWIN shares his special Christmas pudding recipe with us. “This is very easy to…
Cranberry and Oat biscuits
Cranberry and Oat biscuits Ingredients Prep time 10 minutes Bake Time 12 minutes Serves Makes 16 Method Thanks to Carolyn…
Lentil Salad
Lentil Salad Ingredients Salad ingredients 400g can brown lentils, drained and rinsed 2 tbsp chopped dill ½ cup walnuts, raw…