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Perhaps you're not a close friends with anyone living with Crohn's or Colitis, but someone you interact with regularly has one of the conditions and you'd like to know more about it. Perhaps it's a friendly neighbour, a friend of a friend or even your hairdresser! No matter who it is, it's amazing that you want to support them, and our information can help you understand what they might be going through.
Someone I don't know well
Our information hub can help you understand everything about the conditions, their symptoms and treatments, surgery and complications, as well as other useful information.
All our information about Crohn's and Colitis
Our blogs feature stories from real people from all walks of life, highlighting how there's not a "one size fits all" experience of Crohn's or Colitis. By reading our blogs, you can get a feel for how wide-ranging the impacts of these conditions can be, and learn simple ways you can help the person you know.
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We also share regular stories over on our Instagram channel.
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Want to meet people living with Crohn's or Colitis, or supporting those who do? We'd love to see you at one of our virtual social events!
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Helpline Service
We know it can be difficult to live with, or support someone living with these conditions. But you’re not alone. We provide up-to-date, evidence-based information and can support you to live well with Crohn’s or Colitis.
Our helpline team can help by:
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Providing information about Crohn’s and Colitis.
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Listening and talking through your situation.
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Helping you to find support from others in the Crohn’s and Colitis community.
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Providing details of other specialist organisations.
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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