Crohn's & Colitis UK Ayrshire and Arran Network

Twitter page for Crohn's and Colitis UK Ayrshire and Arran Network, supporting those in North, South and East Ayrshire affected by IBD.

[Crohn's & Colitis UK @CrohnsColitisUK]

Groundbreaking research into IBD and bowel cancer today. It's important to know that most people with Crohn's and Colitis will not go on to develop bowel cancer. But anything that gives us more knowledge and removes uncertainty is positive.

https://t.co/hHqe2rIiJh

[Crohn’s & Colitis UK - Edinburgh @CrohnsColitisED]

Sign up for the Scotland virtual social event coming up on Sunday 18th September at 10.30am.

The event is a chance to chat, share experiences and potentially learn from others affected by Crohn's or Colitis. https://t.co/4frJZJxyoV

[Crohn's & Colitis UK @CrohnsColitisUK]

The past year has personally affected the Crohn's and Colitis community in lots of different ways, including the volunteers at the centre of so much of our work. For Volunteers' Week we wanted to share some of these stories with you. https://t.co/6MzLBKhIk6

[Crohn's & Colitis UK @CrohnsColitisUK]

If you’re newly diagnosed and feel overwhelmed or unsure what to do next, we're here for you. Our practical to-do list for when you're diagnosed will help get you started on the next steps of your journey:

https://t.co/sZ6OL1pJb2

[Crohn's & Colitis UK @CrohnsColitisUK]

All week, we're celebrating the legacy of hope left by supporters who remember us in their Will. We spoke to four inspirational people who support us in this way.

Read more: https://t.co/nFQrSYT90y

[Caring for Ayrshire @Caring4Ayrshire]

As Endoscopy services @nhsaaa have restarted, it’s important that patients know what to expect when they attend their appointment. Watch our new video to see the changes that have been made to keep everyone safe: https://t.co/1282IKApEa #RestartingServices #CaringForAyrshire

[Crohn's & Colitis UK Ayrshire and Arran Network @CrohnsColitisAY]

Our wonderful co-ordinator @KittyGibson90 features and shares her tips on looking after her mental health. It's normal to be feeling anxious as shielding measures are lifted, but remember there is support out there!

[Scottish Government @scotgov]

As shielding guidance changes, six people who have been shielding since the start of the pandemic have passed on their tips for coping, both now and in the future.

Find tips for dealing with feelings of worry or anxiety ➡️ https://t.co/JGW6nSpA5W

[Crohn's & Colitis UK @CrohnsColitisUK]

There is no longer a need to shield in England, Northern Ireland and Scotland from 1 August, and from 16 August in Wales (unless your area has implemented local restrictions). Find out more ⬇

[Crohn's & Colitis UK Health Services @CrohnsColitisHS]

If you live in Scotland and you are shielding,
@P_H_S_Official wants to hear about your experiences! This survey, closing Sunday 14th June, aims to understand the impact of shielding and inform the next steps https://t.co/kHCK2TxpgM

[Crohn's & Colitis UK Ayrshire and Arran Network @CrohnsColitisAY]

Public Health Scotland wants to know about your shielding experience.

They will use the results to inform the next steps for shielding in Scotland. Please take the time to let them know your thoughts. 💜

https://t.co/cvmMJVTlYo

[Crohn's & Colitis UK Ayrshire and Arran Network @CrohnsColitisAY]

Please be mindful that this current change in guidance refers to ENGLAND. At present, there has been no change to guidance for those who are shielding within Scotland. 💜

[Crohn's & Colitis UK @CrohnsColitisUK]

Latest advice on #shielding effective from 1 June https://t.co/RUZ351Aek6

[Colitis and Crohn's HQ @ColitisCrohnsHQ]

IBD patients reveal what they’d tell someone new to ulcerative colitis https://t.co/pw5EkY1BuU

[Crohn's & Colitis UK @CrohnsColitisUK]

Been watching the dinnertime quiz shows lately? If you love a good quiz as much as we do, make sure you tune into our live quiz on Saturday night with the one and only Chris Tarrant!

Click “going” on our event page to make sure you don’t miss out! ⬇

https://t.co/18ZEGxp5yG

[Crohn's & Colitis UK Ayrshire and Arran Network @CrohnsColitisAY]

Once it is safe to do so, we will be organising an event to sign up new volunteers, but in the mean time, stay home, stay safe and speak to your GP/IBD team if you have any health concerns.

[𝓚𝓲𝓻𝓼𝓽𝔂 (𝖘𝖍𝖊/𝖍𝖊𝖗) @yourkirstyness]

Delighted to say my birthday fundraiser over on FB raised £245 for @CrohnsColitisUK.Incredibly thankful to all my friends&family that contributed.CCUK have been a great support to me over the years&I can't wait to be back in my role as Lead Volunteer for @CrohnsColitisAY 💜

[Crohn's & Colitis UK Ayrshire and Arran Network @CrohnsColitisAY]

Happy 30th Birthday to our Lead Volunteer @KittyGibson90!Over the last 8yrs she has been doing her best to keep the morale going in Ayrshire&Arran&very generously has a FB fundraiser going in aid of her big birthday if you would like to contribute 💜🎂💜 https://t.co/F62BIhcvEh

[Crohn's & Colitis UK Fundraising @CrohnsColitisFR]

💜 What about Fasting & IBD this Ramadan? Check out @CrohnsColitisUK supporter Omar's top tips: https://t.co/t7H3NlpkEJ

[Crohn's & Colitis UK @CrohnsColitisUK]

You may not be able to go out to a gig, so we're bringing the gig to you!

Hear @TomSpeightMusic play tunes from his debut album Collide, and a teaser of new songs from his upcoming album.

LIVE on our Instagram on Friday 1 May at 8pm.

https://t.co/MQfBSyd6PC

[Crohn's & Colitis UK @CrohnsColitisUK]

Due to coronavirus, our events are cancelled and our income has fallen 60%. From 26 pancake flips to 2.6 mile walking, your small gesture could make a huge impact on the future of Crohn's & Colitis UK.

Sign up today and change tomorrow: https://t.co/K6NvLQAdl4

#Crohns #Colitis

[Crohn's & Colitis UK @CrohnsColitisUK]

Join us for a night in! We’ll be streaming our video and then the event live on Facebook from just before 7pm-8pm.
If you haven’t already there is still time to vote and share on social using #CharityFilmAwards and #ItTakesGuts.
⬇️🙏
https://t.co/3JwIG9Eaeu

[Crohn's & Colitis UK @CrohnsColitisUK]

URGENT APPEAL: We're facing a funding crisis and need your help. Funds are down by 60% yet we are responding to more calls for help than ever. We must maintain our work for the whole #Crohns & #Colitis community but need your support to help us continue.

https://t.co/tvDCQ7oKmF