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Colitis: Colitis Foundation
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The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America's mission is to cure Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases. The Foundation ranks third among leading health non-profit organizations in the percentage of expense devoted to research toward a cure, and more than 83 cents of every dollar the Foundation spends goes to mission-critical programs. The Foundation consistently meets the standards of organizations that monitor charities, including the Better Business Bureau's Wise Giving Alliance (give.org) and the American Institute of Philanthropy (charitywatch.org). For more information, contact the Foundation at 800-932-2423 or visit www.ccfa.org.
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"We are proud to honor the achievements of these brave individuals who are leading inspirational lives while battling Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis," said Richard J. Geswell, the Foundation president. "Their important message to others that you aren't alone is the reason why patient programs like Great Comebacks(R) and the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation continue reaching out on a regional and community level."
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Blake Weinberger was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis at the ripe old age of 22, shortly after graduation from Beloit College in Beloit, Wisconsin. Now 25, he currently lives in Georgia and is actively involved with the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA).
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Approximately 500,000 people in the United States have UC, according to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA). The disease appears to have a genetic component, affecting whites and Jewish people of European descent more than other groups, and is more likely to appear in people between the ages of 15 and 35.UC occurs most often in northern climates and industrialized countries.
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