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August 17, 2020August 17, 2020

Budesonide Once-daily Pill Now Available in US for Crohn’s Disease

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Ferring Pharmaceuticals has announced the launch of Ortikos (budesonide), the first and only once-daily pill treatment for people, 8 and older, with mild to moderate Crohn’s disease, in the U.S. ... Read more

August 10, 2020August 10, 2020

Faster DNA Damage in IBD Underlies Higher Risk of Colorectal Cancer, Study Suggests

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A high rate of DNA damage in colon cells underlies the increased risk for colorectal cancer associated with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according to a recent study. The study, “Somatic ... Read more

August 3, 2020August 3, 2020

EU Approves More Convenient Formulation of Remsima

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The European Commission has approved an under-the-skin injectable formulation of Remsima (infliximab) to treat patients with the two most common forms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) — ulcerative colitis and ... Read more

July 27, 2020July 27, 2020

Flavonoids Found in Corn Reduce Bowel Inflammation in IBD Mouse Model

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Scientists have discovered that certain flavonoids — natural compounds in fruits and vegetables that are known for their health benefits — found in corn plants have strong anti-inflammatory properties that ... Read more

July 20, 2020July 20, 2020

Poor Oral Health May Worsen IBD Symptoms, Study Finds

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Inflammatory conditions linked to poor oral health, such as severe gum infections, may worsen inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) by increasing the number of bacteria and immune cells causing gut inflammation, ... Read more

July 13, 2020July 13, 2020

Hulio, Humira Biosimilar, Gets FDA Nod for Crohn’s, UC, But Not Available Until 2023

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Hulio, a biosimilar of Humira (adalimumab), for the treatment of adults with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis — both forms of inflammatory bowel disease. ... Read more

June 29, 2020June 29, 2020

Celiac Diagnosis Linked to Ten-fold Increased Risk of IBD, Study Finds

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People who have been previously diagnosed with either celiac disease or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have an increased risk of being diagnosed with the other illness, according to new research. ... Read more

June 22, 2020June 22, 2020

Stem Cell-related Abnormalities May Predict Recurrence in Crohn’s Disease

Crohn's Disease, News

Abnormalities in intestinal stem cell niches may predict recurrence in Crohn’s disease, a new study suggests. These irregularities may result from problems with mitochondria — the so-called powerhouse of cells ... Read more

June 15, 2020June 15, 2020

Scientists Find Variation in JAK2 Gene That Can Lead to IBD

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Scientists have discovered a genetic variation in the janus kinase 2 (JAK2) gene — a gene involved in a signaling pathway implicated in other autoimmune diseases — that can lead ... Read more

June 9, 2020June 9, 2020

Nominations Now Open for Sherman Prizes Honoring Excellence in IBD

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The Bruce and Cynthia Sherman Charitable Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2020 Sherman Prizes, which recognize individuals working toward improving the lives of people with Crohn’s disease and ... Read more