IBD Awareness,
“I’ve managed to do so many things I wanted to do” – Tom’s story
At one point I was super low, and I got out of it. I thought I'd never be able to perform again. I'd never be able to travel, and I wouldn't be able to leave the house. I've been able to do all of that. I've managed to do so many things I wanted to do – that I never thought I could do. By sharing how I feel, I hope that people will draw some hope from that.
“Do not suffer in silence” – Adam’s story
The start of my IBD journey has been highly traumatic and has been filled with anxiety and stress. Just getting the diagnosis was all that I needed to settle me. I urge anyone who is symptomatic and who does not have a diagnosis to push your GP or go to emergency to get the answers you need. No-one should have to live in fear about not knowing what is happening in their body.
“Their stories have filled me with confidence that this was the right decision for me” – Beatrice’s story
I have met some amazing people throughout this journey, both patients and professionals alike, and their stories have filled me with confidence that this was the right decision for me. Life with a stoma is certainly not an easy one, and also not an easy decision to make. In my case I can't imagine life without it, and I look forward to see where life takes us.
“I have a much better perspective of life and its hurdles” – Champion rally co-driver Matt Dillon’s story
I remember taking my gold medal to my GP and gastroenterologist, as a way of saying thank you. It’s been a long journey to get to this level of competing, and they were a significant part of my journey. I wanted to acknowledge their work, and the impact that they’ve had on me.
Meet Alexandra: Fearless fundraiser
Alexandra Nash tells her story of completing the 2023 Live Fearless Challenge and what obstacles she had to overcome to get there
Meet Lauren
Lauren Profeta tells her story of having ulcerative colitis and about the support group Laura facilitates
Prioritise the things you love
Rhiannon White tells her story about her diagnosis of Crohn's disease and the adversity it has caused.
Trusting my gut
Imogen has used her life experience of inflammatory bone disease and ulcerative colitis to find answers and become a better person.
There’s Something Going On Here
Isabella has overcome many challenges at such a young age battling IBD to be a better person and appreciate everyday of life.
Be Kind Always
Mary has overcome all the odds through life threatening situations to help with reminding everyone to always be nice to each other.
A Serendipitous Encounter
Ashleigh and Sophie discovered they had more in common with each other than just having ulcerative colitis.