Dan Sharp • Inflammatory Bowel Disease Advocate

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My work is based on the premise that with good and accurate information, patients can make better decisions for their health and better advocate for themselves in all areas of their lives.

Life as an IBD patient

A chronic illness like IBD can present many challenges that are unique from one patient to the next. Understanding one's disease helps to ensure the best chance at a healthy and happy life, despite IBD.

Up-to-date information on IBD

These are very interesting and exciting times in the world of IBD research and clinical care. Follow me as I report on the latest news in IBD.

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That’s Not “Chemo” (The Mislabeling of IBD Treatments)

By Dan Sharp July 14, 2019 November 12, 2019 Articles, Education, F.A.Q., Medical

It is not uncommon to see various medications used to treat Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) described as “chemotherapy”. However, there appears to be a…

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Logical Fallacies in Online Patient Groups

By Dan Sharp September 21, 2018 July 27, 2019 Articles, Education, Other Resources

Online patient groups and communities can be a really great thing. They provide a source of support and camaraderie to many people, and the benefit…

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Should I Get the Flu Shot if I Have IBD?

By Dan Sharp October 29, 2016 November 11, 2019 Advocacy, Articles, Education, F.A.Q., Medical

Should you get the flu shot if you have Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)? The answer is Yes! There are some rare exceptions so, as with all your…

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What is The Difference Between Nutrition & Diet?

By Dan Sharp August 9, 2016 June 3, 2019 Articles, Diet and Nutrition, Education, F.A.Q.

Nutrition refers to “the act or process of nourishing or being nourished”. To be nourished, to have good nutrition, means getting appropriate amounts of…