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Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America

Contact Information

Communications Director
386 Park Avenue South
17th Floor
New York, NY 10016-8804

800-343-3637 (Voice - Toll-free)
800-932-2423 (Voice - Toll-free)
212-685-3440 (Voice)
212-779-4098 (FAX)

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Abstract

The Foundation, founded in 1967, is working to eradicate ileitis (Crohn's Disease) and ulcerative colitis through programs of research and education. The foundation conducts a nationwide coordinated research program aimed at finding the causes and cure of these chronic intestinal diseases. The Foundation produces public service annoucements and programs to educate the public concerning inflammatory bowel disease. Patient education programs are designed to convey essential health information to patients and their families. Activities directed at the education of health care professionals include medical seminars, publications, and educational exhibits at medical conventions to provide information on recent developments in the diagnosis and treatment of these diseases. The Foundation supports both basic and clinical research efforts through research grants and research training awards. There are 72 local chapters. Crohn's Disease and ulcerative colitis, diseases of the intestines, are estimated to affect two million Americans.

Publications

The Foundation publishes several pamphlets and three books for patients and consumers on these diseases. Serial publication: Newsletter, quarterly--information on research developments and national and local organizational news. The Crohn's and Colitis Forum on the Prodigy Computer Service offers comprehensive information and on-line communication with physicians and other specialists.

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Date Entered: 5/1/1998
Date Edited: 7/26/2004
Date Revised: 10/26/1999
Health Referral Number: HR0378
Accession Number: DP91A0343
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