Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are two types of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) that affect the digestive system. These chronic conditions can cause discomfort and disrupt daily life. Crohn’s disease can affect any part of the digestive tract, from the mouth to the anus, and leads to inflammation that can penetrate the layers of the intestinal wall. Ulcerative colitis, on the other hand, primarily impacts the colon and rectum, causing inflammation and ulcers on the inner lining. Both diseases share symptoms like abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fatigue, but they differ in their locations and patterns of inflammation. Managing these conditions often involves medication, dietary changes, and sometimes surgery.
If you or someone you know is living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, it’s essential to have access to information, support, and resources. That’s where organizations like the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation come in, dedicated to helping those affected by these conditions lead healthier lives and find effective treatments and cures.
Now, the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation is gearing up for an exciting event that can make a significant difference. The “Imagine the Cure Gala” is just around the corner, offering a wonderful opportunity to support their vital work. By attending this event, you can contribute to the foundation’s efforts to find a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis while enjoying a memorable evening of entertainment and philanthropy.
The Imagine the Cure Gala will include a premier cocktail reception, an inspiring program over dinner, and an exclusive auction. Join us for a celebratory evening as we recognize our incredible champions and their dedicated efforts to find a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Established in 2008, this highly anticipated event has raised over $6 million in critical funds and is generously supported by over 500 thought leaders, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, healthcare professionals, and patients each year from Los Angeles and Orange County. We hope that you can join us this evening as we celebrate the commitment that we share in finding a cure for the millions of Americans living with Crohn’s disease & ulcerative colitis.
The Greater Los Angeles & Orange County Chapter proudly serves over 220,000 patients in Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Santa Barbara, Kern, and San Luis Obispo counties including the state of Hawaii. Together, the Foundation has been able to invest more than $440 million in groundbreaking research and we are proud to be leading the conversation in major breakthroughs that directly impact and improve the quality of lives for our patients and their families.
Join us now for the Imagine the Cure Gala!