Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America-
The Crohn�s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) is a comprehensive website for anyone wanting to learn more about ulcerative colitis. The CCFA�s mission is to cure and prevent ulcerative colitis through research, and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these digestive diseases through education and support.
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of Canada-
The Crohn�s and Colitis Foundation of Canada is a not-for-profit voluntary medical research foundation. Their mission is to find the cure for Crohn�s disease and ulcerative colitis. They raise money for medical research as well as educate individuals, their families, health professionals and the public about these diseases.
The J-Pouch Group-
The J-pouch group website is the first site on the web dedicated to the ileo-anal anastomosis, or �J-pouch� operation (the surgical treatment for ulcerative colitis). This website provides support and information regarding this procedure. This website also has a chat where individuals who have had the surgery can share their experiences with others who have had the same surgery and those who are contemplating receiving it.
Medline Plus Health Information-
This website provides a general overview of ulcerative colitis. Information is provided on alternative therapy, clinical trials, coping, diagnsis, symptoms, nutrition, treatment, and research. This website also includes and interactive tutorial about ulcerative colitis and you can view a slide show of a colonoscopy.
National Association for Colitis and Crohn�s Disease-
The National Association for Colitis and Crohn�s Disease Website is for people with ulcerative colitis and Crohn�s disease and their families. Their aim is to provide you with support and information and tell you about their other activities.
National Digestive Diseases Information-
This website provides general information about ulcerative colitis and provides links to other resources on ulcerative colitis.
Patient Community.com-
Patient Community.com is a comprehensive information resource for people with ulcerative colitis and Crohn�s disease. This website contains daily news, original articles and interviews, an extensive researchable information database, ask the expert events, discussion boards, chat room, doctor locator, newsletter, and more.
Reach Out for Youth with Ileitis & Colitis Inc.-
Reach out for youth with ileitis and colitis is a support organization for children with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. This web site has been established so information can be obtained by both patients and parents.
United Ostomy Association Inc.-
The united ostomy association is a volunteer-based health organization dedicated to provide education, information, support, and advocacy for people who have had and will have intestinal or urinary diversions.
This website was created by Melissa Nomura, BSN Nursing Student. April 11, 2003.
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