New Podcast Series from Abbott for People Living with Crohn's Disease
'Crohn's Casts' offer insights from experts and people with Crohn's
ABBOTT PARK, Illinois August 6, 2008 - ( NYSE: ABT) – As part of its ongoing commitment to the Crohn’s disease community, Abbott today launched a series of podcasts addressing relevant issues for people with Crohn's disease. Crohn's Casts: Speaking from the Gut shares insights and tips from top health professionals regarding diet and nutrition, the emotional impact of the disease and its effect on relationships. Each Crohn's Cast also includes a first-hand account from a person living with Crohn’s disease.
Crohn's disease is a serious, chronic gastrointestinal condition affecting an estimated half a million Americans. People with Crohn's disease suffer from symptoms like severe stomach pain and frequent, persistent diarrhea. Most often diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 35, Crohn's disease impacts not just a person's physical health but also can affect their lifestyle and emotional health. More information can be found at www.CrohnsOnline.com.
About 'Crohn's Casts: Speaking from the Gut'
The six-part podcast series focuses on key issues for people with Crohn's: diet and nutrition, emotional impact, and relationships. Visit www.CrohnsCasts.com to download and/or play each podcast.
Diet/nutrition:
"Food: Friend or Foe?" features gastroenterologist Dr. David Rubin addressing the relationship between diet and Crohn's. Registered dietitian Tracie Dalessandro talks about some common food concerns.
In "Enjoying Eating,"Dalessandro shares tips for healthy eating, and Crohn's patient and professional chef Baron provides ideas for flavorful, Crohn's-friendly food.
Emotional Impact:
It is estimated that up to one-third of individuals with a serious medical condition experience symptoms of depression. Clinical psychologist and Crohn's patient Dr. Amy Trachter joins Dr. Rubin in "Understanding the Mind-Gut Connection" to address how to spot signs of depression and what to do if you have depressive feelings.
In "Coping with Crohn's," Dr. Trachter suggests tips for coping with the disease, and Crohn's patient Debra discusses her battle with Crohn’s and depression -- and how she found solutions.
Relationships:
In "Dating Dilemmas,"Dr. Trachter gives pointers for navigating relationships. Jessica, a college student with Crohn's, shares how her disease affected her personal relationships and what she did to overcome those issues.
"For Better or For Worse" includes married couple Bert and Heather talking candidly about how Crohn's affected their marriage and young family. Dr. Trachter stresses the importance of communication for couples.
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Related Links:
Crohn's Online
Crohn's Casts: Speaking from the Gut
Dr. David Rubin
Dr. Amy Trachter
Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America
The American College of Gastroenterology
American Gastroenterological Association
National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
Dates & Episodes:
The first two Crohn's Cast episodes are available now. Visit www.CrohnsCasts.com to listen to the podcasts and sign up to receive e-mail alerts as new episodes become available.
August 6, 2008 – Food: Friend or Foe? and Enjoying Eating
August 20, 2008 – Understanding the Mind-Gut Connection
September 3, 2008 – Coping with Crohn's
September 17, 2008 – Dating Dilemmas
Who's Speaking From The Gut:
Dr. David Rubin
Gastroenterologist
University of Chicago Medical Center Tracie M. Dalessandro
Registered dietitian
American Dietetic
Association Dr. Amy Trachter
Licensed clinical
psychologist
Baron
Chef living with Crohn's disease Debra
Woman living with Crohn's disease Bert and Heather
Married couple affected by the challenges of Bert's disease
Jessica
College student living with Crohn's disease
About Crohn's Online
Crohn's Online is a Web site developed by Abbott as a resource for people with Crohn's disease. In addition to general information about Crohn's disease, visitors will find information on how to manage Crohn's, including tips for traveling, managing stress and choosing the right diet. Visitors can also sign up to receive a free book that covers a wide range of topics, from diagnosis and treatment to diet and lifestyle.
About Abbott
Abbott ( NYSE: ABT) is a global, broad-based health care company devoted to the discovery, development, manufacture and marketing of pharmaceuticals and medical products, including nutritionals, devices and diagnostics. The company employs more than 68,000 people and markets its products in more than 130 countries.
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