Katie Neu and Amber Tresca talk over the results of the IBD Social Circle white paper, “The Power of Community in Inflammatory Bowel Disease.” A survey of more than 500 patients puts a spotlight on the ways IBD affects body image, relationships, intimacy, and mental health. Amber and Katie discuss masking symptoms, the difficulties of working a corporate job, and why having community is critical.
After a devastating Crohn’s disease flare, marketing executive Bari Gratton traded a high-stress career for the healing path of yoga therapy in California. Bari joins Amber Tresca to discuss the “Five Layers of Being,” the toxicity of “pushing through,” and how she is building community for the next generation of IBD patients.
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Did you know that inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) isn’t only a digestive condition? It can also attack your vision. Your host, Amber J Tresca, breaks down some of the most common eye-related extra-intestinal manifestations (EIMs) of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Learn how to identify the warning signs of episcleritis, uveitis, and scleritis, and find out when you need to see an ophthalmologist right away to protect your eyesight.
T.L. Wright, known as The IBD Athlete and author of The SCD Athlete Cookbook, tells Amber about her frustrating decades-long journey to a Crohn’s disease diagnosis. She explains the health reasons behind her pivot from triathlons and Ironman races to competitive bodybuilding. You’ll leave this episode with a better understanding of how to fuel for your sport or workout while managing an immune-mediated condition.
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What does a pregnant woman do when they need a biologic medication, but pregnancy isn’t included in drug trials? Dr. Sonia Grandi and Dr. Cristina Longo talk to Amber Tresca about the BIONIC study, a groundbreaking project using decades of real-world data to understand how biologics affect a pregnant woman and her baby. The BIONIC study is designed to empower patients to make confident, evidence-based decisions about their own health and their children’s future.
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Everyone needs sleep, but so many of us struggle to get enough. People living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and indeterminate colitis) know that a good night’s sleep can feel like a distant dream, whether it’s pain, urgent bathroom trips, or racing thoughts keeping us up. But why does IBD disrupt our sleep even during remission? And what is your sleep telling you about the risks of a flare-up? Learn more in this episode of About IBD Podcast, hosted by Amber Tresca, a longtime IBD patient and medical writer.
By now, you’ve heard lots about artificial intelligence (AI) in the news, from friends and family, online, and even at work. You may even be impacted by AI in a significant way, especially if you’ve been laid off from your job, or if you’re a social media manager.
Or: if you’re a patient.
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is being utilized in healthcare for many purposes. Patients are wondering how they can safely and effectively use AI tools to educate themselves and to manage their health. Amber and guest Michael Tresca discuss what AI is, how it works, and why skepticism and source verification are essential. They highlight practical, lower-risk ways patients might use AI, such as organizing personal health data, drafting appointment questions, and explaining medical terms. The emphasis is on ongoing education, privacy concerns, responsible use, and the importance of “trust but verify” when using AI for critical health decisions without professional input.
The bedroom can be a place of anxiety for people of all genders living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). How can you boost your confidence and deepen your connection with your partner while living with IBD? Dr. Stacy Friedman is a clinical sexologist and intimacy coach living with ulcerative colitis. She explains how IBD affects intimacy, body image, dating, and relationships. Dr. Stacy shares her personal experiences and professional advice, with a focus on communication, trust, and how to know if a partner will be supportive. In this episode, we talk about why intimacy is more than sex and give tips about how to manage challenges. Dr. Stacy also encourages listeners to seek out support and embrace connection in the ways that work for them.
Whether you’re an avid user or avoid it as much as possible, artificial intelligence (AI) is here to stay.
When the telephone was new, some people resisted its use. They thought it had no practical use, that a telegraph was a better way of sending messages, and that it was dangerous and would intrude on privacy. [1]
It’s almost funny and quaint to think about these concerns now. The telephone changed the world. It brought opportunities for business growth and made people safer and more connected. Yet people sabotaged phone lines and refused to install them. [1]
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