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Our mission is to connect and support the Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) community, accelerate research, and amplify awareness about Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. linktr.ee/connecttocure

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Rock the Night is just around the corner, and you won’t want to miss it! Headlining is GRAMMY Award–winning artist Lukas Nelson. Our openers are Jordan Summers, Jordan Zevon, and Lowell Dylan. Hosting the night is Harmon Clarke. 🎟️ Purchase tickets at rockthenight2025.com.

05.11.2025 20:17 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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We’re proud to honor Dr. Edward Feldman at this year’s #RockTheNight! 💚 A longtime supporter of our Connections programs, mentor, and beloved gastroenterologist, Dr. Feldman embodies compassion, wisdom, and true community care.

🎟️ rockthenight2025.com

24.10.2025 21:28 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Speaker Series: A Patient-Centered Research Journey | Elizabeth Spencer and Marla Dubinsky
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At CtoC, we believe research starts and ends with the patient. 💚 In our latest Speaker Series, Drs. Dubinsky & Spencer shared how centering patients in IBD research leads to better care. We're proud to support this important work! 🎥 Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jcW....

23.06.2025 19:02 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Last week, we hosted our latest Speaker Series featuring Kelly Issokson, MS, RD, and Clinical Nutrition Coordinator at the IBD Institute at Cedars-Sinai. Kelly’s talk, “Diet and IBD: From Soup to Nuts." Watch the video here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dUsD...

25.04.2025 19:02 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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CtoC is partnering with the newly launched IBD educational platform led by Dr. Meenakshi Bewtra. The goals are to inform and empower individuals and families to better manage their disease through shared decision making. Check them out here www.coreibd.org!

23.04.2025 16:25 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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💫 I switched to freelance 17 years ago. Freelance curious? This #AboutIBDPodcast is for you! I tapped @jenlucky.bsky.social of The Job Hopper to lay out a freelancing path. Episode 171 is in your podcast app or at bit.ly/AIBD171

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03.04.2025 14:55 — 👍 4    🔁 3    💬 2    📌 1
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Join us for a virtual talk with Kelly Issokson MS, RD, titled "Diet and IBD: From Soup to Nuts." 🍽️ She'll share her expertise on how to use nutrition to improve the overall care and outcomes for people with IBD. Save the date: April 23rd at 6:00 pm PST. Sign up now through the link in our bio!

01.04.2025 20:49 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and patients with IBD face increased risk. While no one wants more appointments, regular check ups can help keep you healthy. Talk to your doctor about what’s right for you. We want to help you stay informed, empowered, and healthy! 💪

25.03.2025 17:19 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

We are excited to be a part of this project!

24.03.2025 18:50 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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CONGRATULATIONS to #TeamCtoC for crushing the LA Charity Half Marathon! Not only did they go the distance on race day, but they also raised over $7,000! If you want to celebrate their achievement, the fundraising link in our bio will remain open through the end of the month!

18.03.2025 01:42 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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March is Autoimmune Awareness Month. There are over 100 autoimmune diseases, including Crohn's Disease and ulcerative colitis, affecting millions worldwide. These chronic conditions are often misunderstood, leading to misconceptions about how they impact those living with them.

11.03.2025 16:57 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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We are excited to partner with children's book author Alison McGauley for a special Instagram Live interview and giveaway featuring her upcoming book, Kenzie’s Little Tree! On March 18th at 5:00 PST, Lowell Dylan will interview Alison live on our IG page, including an audience Q&A.

07.03.2025 22:37 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Hannah Wurzburger, one of our Leadership Development Council members, recently shared her journey in a guest post for The Scope, CtoC’s official blog. Diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at just 7 years old. For eight years, she relied on a liquid formula. Read her blog post here: tinyurl.com/4j8bn4wj.

05.02.2025 18:50 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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A few weeks ago, the Annika Rodriguez scholars program at WashU partnered with Positivity Beats IBD for a card-making event for patients with Crohn’s and UC. These cards were sent out to patients in hospitals and infusion centers over the holiday season and to those affected by the LA wildfires.

28.01.2025 00:22 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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We're beyond excited to continue our support of The Painted Turtle and invite all young adults with IBD to apply for the Young Adult Leadership Weekend! Feb. 14-16 is a chance to connect with others and build leadership skills. Applications are due on Feb. 4th, apply here: tinyurl.com/4ef2v72z

17.01.2025 22:20 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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🎁Happy Holidays from your CtoC team!

🙏Thank you for being part of our community and making a difference in the lives of IBD patients.

🍽️IBD patients can often feel anxious about holiday gatherings when managing diet and family members.

25.12.2024 17:05 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

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