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“I want to be someone who talks about it” – Cody Ramsey’s story
"Losing 29 kilograms in a matter of weeks, surviving multiple surgeries and an eight month stint in hospital, he is set to make what may be the greatest comeback in rugby league history."
“Looking at the bigger picture is vital” – Katie’s story
When I was a teenager, I didn’t have these kinds of conversations, and I think that’s part of why my diagnosis took longer than it should have. A lot of people with Crohn’s disease keep their symptoms to themselves out of fear or shame, and I hope that by sharing my story, I can encourage others to be more open about their struggles.
“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.
Year 12 Interrupted
Brydie Smith tells her story of going through year 12 not knowing she had Crohn's and the events that occurred after
Seven Marathons, Seven Days!
Laura Firth runs the marathon of chronic illness while living life to the fullest.
Stacey Sweedman
Stacey Sweedman (second from the right) celebrating Melbourne Cup with new friends from the Queensland Colostomy Association
Jill Corbett
Jill Corbett, who co-organised the fundraiser Newcastle Bowel of the Ball in June 2012, shares her story about colitis, colon removal, and moving on