Why Representation Matters for the LGBTQ+ Community

About IBD

02/11/25

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There's a need for more research addressing social determinants of health in the inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) community. Cass Condray, an IBD researcher who also lives with an IBD, points out the lack of information and resources focused on the unique experiences of LGBTQ patients. Cass also talks about the significance of representation in research, and the impact that intersecting identities have on people's health outcomes. Plus, we talk about Cass' web site, PrideAndPoop.com, what his hopes are for the future, and what there is to do in Oklahoma. Find Cass Condray at:

Web: Pride and Poop
Bluesky: @cdalecondray.bsky.social
LinkedIn: Cass Condray
Google Scholar: Cass Dale Condray

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Web: Cooney Studio
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Theme music, IBD Dance Party, is from ©Cooney Studio.

Episode transcript and more information at: https://bit.ly/AIBD168 These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase after clicking a link, Mal and Tal Enterprises, LLC may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Previous Episode

How to Thrive as a Parent with IBD Featuring Jaime Holland

January 28, 2025

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Amber hands over hosting duties to Jamie Holland, a patient advocate with Crohn's disease. They discuss their personal experiences with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). They focus on Amber's decision to have j-pouch surgery after being diagnosed with dysplasia and the effects it had on her fertility. Jamie asks Amber to share about the emotional and physical challenges of motherhood with IBD, including fatigue and guilt. They also touch on the possibility of passing IBD on to children and the importance of community and support. Concepts discussed on this episode:

Xue M, Leibovitzh H, Jingcheng S, et al. Environmental Factors Associated With Risk of Crohn's Disease Development in the Crohn's and Colitis Canada - Genetic, Environmental, Microbial Project. Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2024;22(9):1889-1897.e12. doi:10.1016/j.cgh.2024.03.049.
Singh N, Bernstein CN. Environmental risk factors for inflammatory bowel disease. United European Gastroenterol J. 2022;10(10):1047-1053. doi:10.1002/ueg2.12319.
Oh SJ, Kim HJ, Lee CK; Big Data Research Group (BDRG) of the Korean Society of Gastroenterology. A dose-dependent increase in the risk of inflammatory bowel disease after exposure to broad-spectrum antibiotics: A national population study in Korea. Aliment Pharmacol Ther. 2023;58(2):191-206. doi:10.1111/apt.17542
Growing Up With a Dog Might Lower Crohn's Risk
My IBD Life Parenthood Project
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): Everything You Need to Know

Find Jaime Holland at:

Find Amber J Tresca at:

AboutIBD.com: About IBD
Verywell: Verywell Health
Facebook: @aboutIBD
Twitter: @aboutIBD
Pinterest: @aboutibd
Instagram: @about_IBD
YouTube: @AboutIBD
Threads: @about_IBD

Find Mac Cooney (mix, sound design, and theme music) at:

Facebook: @maccooneycomposer
Instagram: @maccooneycomposer
Web: Cooney Studio
YouTube: @MacCooneyComposer
Theme music, IBD Dance Party, is from ©Cooney Studio.

Episode transcript and more information at: https://bit.ly/AIBD167 These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase after clicking a link, Mal and Tal Enterprises, LLC may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.