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Emmerdale favourite, Jeff Hordley, started working with us in 2009 and has raised awareness with us and on our behalf ever since.
Jeff is passionate about supporting our work. He was diagnosed with Crohn's when he was 26, and lost his mother (who also had Crohn's) due to complications following surgery.
You are not alone if you are suffering from Crohn's or Colitis... although sometimes you might feel as if you are.
I was scared it would stop my acting career from taking off. Luckily it didn't. Following surgery, medication and diet control, I’ve been playing the role of Cain Dingle since 2000.
I know it's embarrassing to talk about it, but even simple solutions like being near a bathroom at work can make such an improvement - so don't be afraid to step up and be counted. Take a look around the Crohn's & Colitis UK website and join up!
Jeff Hordley
Diagnosed with Crohn's Disease in 1996
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We know it can be difficult to live with, or support someone living with these conditions. But you’re not alone. We provide up-to-date, evidence-based information and can support you to live well with Crohn’s or Colitis.
Our helpline team can help by:
Providing information about Crohn’s and Colitis.
Listening and talking through your situation.
Helping you to find support from others in the Crohn’s and Colitis community.
Providing details of other specialist organisations.
Please be aware we’re not medically or legally trained. We cannot provide detailed financial or benefits advice or specialist emotional support.
Please contact us via telephone, email or LiveChat - 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (except English bank holidays).
If you need specific medical advice about your condition, your GP or IBD team will be best placed to help.
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