Urgent warning over ‘relentless’ health issue plaguing Australia

News.com.au - 15/04
OPINION

OPINION

Imagine living with relentless gut pain, fatigue, and uncertainty – seeing doctor after doctor with no clear answers.

For patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), every flare-up brings fear: Will it pass, or spiral out of control? Will it mean stronger medications or surgery?

The unpredictability is exhausting, leaving patients feeling powerless.

The latest State of the Nation Report highlights a stark reality: by 2030, almost 300,000 Australians will face this challenge.

Beyond the physical toll, the financial burden is staggering – lost wages and medical costs will reach $7.8 billion by 2025.

The report also reveals that patients wait an ...
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