We have recently received a statement from the BSG (British Society of Gastroenterology) recommending COVID vaccinations for all IBD patients Essentially they have made 5 recommendations RECOMMENDATION 1: We strongly support SARS-CoV2 vaccination for patients with IBD. RECOMMENDATION 2: The risks of SARS-CoV2 vaccination in IBD patients are anticipated to be very low. RECOMMENDATION 3: In IBD patients taking immunosuppressive drugs, including biologics…
I attach a link to a letter we have been sending out from the L&D to help advise and direct IBD patients on how best to minimise their risks of picking up Covid 19. This has been based on advice and guidance from the British Society of Gastroenterology and also from Crohn’s and Colitis UK. It contains a useful self…
I have added a new video hosted on the BMJ Educational site to explain some of the local issues we have experienced with iron deficiency in inflammatory bowel disease To view the 7minute video (click on this link) – Unfortunately, due to our industry code and ethical marketing for prescription only medicines, I have had to remove this link from…
A recent review of 5,600 people with long-term medical conditions (including IBD) demonstrated that almost 1/3rd of all prescribed long-term therapy was not taken as recommended by their doctors (less frequently or not at all). Frequently cost was cited as the main reason for this. A prescription prepayment certificate (PPC) may be of some help in cutting down these costs.…
This week I notice the BBC have shared 2x patient accounts of their experience of living with a stoma. Both women underwent colonic surgery; one because of cancer and the other one because of Crohn’s disease. For those unfortunate enough to need surgery, these accounts provide a useful and uplifting account of life beyond stoma formation.
The Dr. Falk Foundation has produced this useful short video to guide patients in how best to administer both rectal enemas and suppositories. Just click on this link and you should be guided to it
SSHAMP Article 2015
We are delighted to have been shortlisted into the final 4 of the nominations for the BMJ’s 2015 Gastroenterology Team of the Year Awards This will be the second year running we have managed to get into the final of this prestigious award Fingers crossed, we find out who wins on Wednesday the 7th of May.
Achievements of the L&D Gastroenterology Team listed in the latest Ambassador Magazine
I have been asked to present our experience at the L&D with IBD patient self management at the next Dr. Falk Forum 43Â on the 14th November 2014