My IBD Care: Crohn’s & Colitis 5.0.2

My IBD Care is a complimentary application developed to assist individuals in managing Crohn’s disease and Colitis more effectively. Recognizing the challenges associated with living with IBD, the app aims to support users in enhancing their quality of life through various evidence-based tools and resources.

WITHIN THE APPLICATION, USERS WILL DISCOVER:

• Expert-Led Courses: Structured programs focusing on developing healthier habits related to sleep, medication management, mental health, physical activity, and more. Options include concise courses for quick wellbeing benefits or comprehensive month-long modules designed to foster sustained positive changes.
• [NEW] Personalised Health Insights: Integration with Fitbit or Oura devices provides tailored, IBD-specific insights into health metrics and lifestyle impacts, enabling users to better understand the influence of their daily habits on their condition.
• Care Plan Organiser: Features for managing daily care routines such as medication and appointment reminders, maintaining a personal health record, accessing calprotectin testing options, and secure clinical messaging if connected with your healthcare provider.
• Symptom Tracking: Tools for logging flare-ups, symptoms, emotional wellbeing, bowel movements, and additional notes to monitor health patterns over time.
• Library & Newsfeed: Curated educational content about living with Crohn’s or Colitis, sourced from NHS, Crohn’s & Colitis UK (CCUK), and other reputable organisations.

FEEDBACK FROM USERS:

• "The best around!"
  This application has significantly changed my approach to managing my condition. It facilitates monitoring and trend analysis of my health status to ensure timely support and intervention before complications arise.
• "Highly Recommended"
  A straightforward and reliable platform for health tracking that allows users to identify recurring patterns easily. An excellent tool for anyone seeking simplicity in managing their IBD.
• "Knowledge is power."
  This app offers credible insights derived from specialists rather than general internet searches. Its holistic approach contributes substantially to controlling IBD effectively. Notably, it is entirely free without hidden premiums. Highly recommended."

ABOUT OUR EXPERT-LED COURSES:

The app features targeted courses and individual modules supporting aspects of self-management across five key areas:

• Sleep
• Medication
• Mental Health
• Physical Activity
• Living With Symptoms

Additionally, a diverse library of nearly 300 brief activities, videos, and resource materials is available at any time for further support. All content is created by professionals experienced in IBD management, including gastroenterologists, specialist nurses, pharmacists, sleep and nutrition experts, as well as individuals with lived experience.

EVIDENCE-BASED DEVELOPMENT:

My IBD Care was developed collaboratively with clinicians and patients at King’s College Hospital and Bart’s Health — both leading UK teaching hospitals. Over the past five years, independent research conducted by numerous institutions has evaluated its efficacy:

• Among 1512 digital tools for gastrointestinal conditions reviewed by Mount Sinai scholars, My IBD Care received the highest overall rating for mental health support, behaviour change techniques, and quality (https://academic.oup.com/jcag/article/6/5/186/7275657).
• In a review by the University of Michigan assessing 51 apps, this platform ranked highest in containing high-quality IBD-specific behaviour change strategies (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36933116/).
• The app has also been positively reviewed by Healthline, Mayo Clinic, Crohn’s & Colitis UK, and other authoritative health sources.

ABOUT AMPERSAND HEALTH:

We are a social impact organization founded by patients and clinicians committed to advancing the health and wellbeing of those living with chronic inflammatory conditions. Our mission is to ensure accessible, high-quality care and ongoing support tailored to individual needs.

Learn more about My IBD Care at:
https://ampersandhealth.co.uk/myibdcare/

For inquiries or further information, contact us at: [email protected]