World IBD Day 2024 Date, Theme, History and Significance: Know All About The Day Raising Awareness on Inflammatory Bowel Diseases

World IBD Day, or World Inflammatory Bowel Disease Day, is celebrated on May 19 every year across the globe. This year too, World Inflammatory Bowel Disease Day 2024 will be celebrated on May 19, 2024. The day aims to raise awareness about inflammatory bowel diseases. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are two of the most common types of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). These chronic conditions cause inflammation in the digestive tract. Study Discovers Cells Linking Chronic Psychological Stress to Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

World Inflammatory Bowel Disease Day was started by the European Federation of Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis Associations (EFCCA) in 2010. Observance of this day was started to support the fight against these diseases, raise awareness, educate people on precautions to take and promote and encourage research. While IBD cannot be cured, proper treatment and medication can help control inflammation and give relief to the person suffering from the disease.

World IBD Day 2024 Date and Theme

World IBD Day 2024 is celebrated on May 19. The theme of this year's World IBD Day is “IBD has no borders.”

World IBD Day History

World IBD Day was started in 2010. It was first observed during Digestive Disease Week. Since then, it has been celebrated every year. It is organised by the European Federation of Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis Associations (EFCCA). This day is dedicated to raising awareness about Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, which are inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). World Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Here Are 5 Foods to Avoid in IBD Diet.

World IBD Day Significance

World IBD Day is very significant in raising awareness about inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. It acts as a platform to educate people and support those who are living with and suffering from the conditions. It also aims to help the families of affected people.

World Inflammatory Bowel Disease Day 2024 is a day of hope for people with inflammatory bowel diseases. By spreading awareness, supporting those affected, and encouraging research, we're making progress towards a healthier future for everyone affected by inflammatory bowel diseases.

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