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We recently held a Facebook live talking about vaccines, treatments for COVID-19, and research updates, as well as what to do if you’re unwell over Christmas.
Catch up on our recent Facebook live
Ruth Wakeman, Director of Services, Advocacy & Evidence at Crohn's & Colitis UK, chaired the panel. She was joined by gastroenterologists Prof Charlie Lees, Dr Nick Kennedy, Dr Nick Powell and Dr Tariq Ahmad, and IBD nurse specialist, Kerry Robinson.
If you missed the Facebook live, you can catch up on the video on our YouTube channel.
We’ve recently updated our coronavirus pages, where you can find information about vaccines, treatments, and information to help if you are concerned about how coronavirus may impact your work and finances.
We know coping with news and updates about coronavirus can be tough, but we're here for you. If you're feeling unwell over Christmas, our information below might be helpful:
- Take a look at our wellbeing resources.
- Read our guide on what to do if you think you're having a flare.
- Speak to our Helpline (you can see our Christmas opening hours below).
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Helpline Service
Temporary closure - 10/06/2026
Our Helpline will be closed from Wednesday 10 June and will reopen at 10am on Monday 15 June.
We may be closed but we have lots of information here on our website.
If you need urgent medical advice you can call NHS 111 or in Northern Ireland phone your local Phone First. In an emergency call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.
If you need emotional support the Samaritans are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 116 123.
We know it can be difficult to live with, or support someone living with Crohn’s or Colitis. But we’re with you. We can give you the right information and support at the right time.
We’re here for everyone.
How Can We Help?
- We can help you understand Crohn’s and Colitis
- Listen and talk about living with IBD
- Help you connect with others in the Crohn’s and Colitis community
- Give you contact details of specialist organisations
- We can support you to live well with Crohn’s or Colitis and provide up-to-date, evidence-based information
Please be aware we’re not medically or legally trained. We cannot provide detailed financial or benefits advice or specialist emotional support.
Please contact us via telephone, email or LiveChat - 10am to 3pm, Monday to Friday (except English bank holidays).
If you need specific medical advice about your condition, your GP or IBD team will be best placed to help.
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