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Our goal is to improve the diagnosis of immune-mediated inflammatory diseases, improve patients’ access to the best possible treatments and continue to provide new and better medicines
Immune-mediated inflammatory diseases are the result of a relentless, internal, immunological ‘storm’, which can cause pain and discomfort that many people live with every day[1], [2], [3]. People may further experience stigma, isolation, decreased productivity and psychological issues[2], [4], [5], [6], [7]. And it’s not just them, their families and loved ones can be affected too[4] .
Our mission is clear: we won’t rest until we achieve a world free from immune-mediated inflammatory diseases.



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GutCast is an award-winning podcast collaboration between J&J and Crohn’s and Colitis Ireland. It is designed for those living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in Ireland. Each episode brings together healthcare experts and people with IBD to answer the most common questions about managing the condition. From coping with fatigue to balancing work, social life, and mental health, listen to all episodes now.
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Looking for practical tips on living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)? Head to the My IBD Journey page, where you will find a series of short animations providing helpful advice about living well with IBD.
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Living with Psoriasis or Psoriatic Arthritis? Hosted by broadcaster Dr Ciara Kelly, PsO Let’s Talk Psoriasis is an award-winning video and podcast series designed to help people manage their condition. This four-part series features healthcare experts and people living with psoriasis, offering advice on treatment options and busting common myths along the way.
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If you want to learn more about psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis, check out Beyond Expectations, our online patient portal for people living with psoriatic disease or who are interested in learning more about the disease and treatment options.
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References
[1] Lofvendahl, S., et al. Incremental costs for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis in a population-based cohort in southern Sweden: is it all psoriasis-attributable morbidity? Journal of Rheumatology, 2016;43(3):640-647
[2] Lonffors, S., et al. IBD and health-related quality of life - discovering the true impact. Journal of Crohn’s and Colitis, 2014;8:1281-1286
[3] Najafi, S., et al. The potential similarities of COVID-19 and autoimmune disease pathogenesis and therapeutic options: new insights approach. Clin Rheumatol, 2020;39:3223–3235
[4] Eghlileb, A.M., et al. Psoriasis has a major secondary impact on the lives of family members and partners. Br J Dermatol, 2007;156(6):1245-50
[5] Dibley, L., et al. The experience of stigma in inflammatory bowel disease: An interpretive (hermeneutic) phenomenological study. J Adv Nurs, 2018;74:838-851
[6] Ograczyk, A., et al. Itch, disease coping strategies and quality of life in psoriasis patients. Postepy Dermatologi Alergologii, 2014;5:299-304
[7] Narayanan, S., et al. 2014. Disease burden and patient reported outcomes among patients with moderate to severe psoriasis: an ethnography study. Psoriasis (Auckl), 2014;5:1-7