Audra Rouster, MD, Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, WVU Medicine Children’s, will discuss “COVID-19 and Inflammatory Bowel Disease: What Patients and Caregivers Need to Know” during a free webinar hosted by the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation from noon-1:30 p.m. on Friday, May 1. Dr. Rouster will speak at 12:30 p.m.
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Pre-registration is required; register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5689505787737841677
“While all patients should care for their body, having inflammatory bowel disease adds a layer of complexity due to common medications used,” Dr. Rouster said.
While the World Health Organization says the risk of coronavirus in children and young adults is lower than currently predicted in older adults, Rouster says it is important for parents and children to remain vigilant.
“Science has shown that we can decrease the spread of this deadly virus with simple measures, like washing our hands and keeping a safe distance from others,” she said.
For additional information on inflammatory bowel disease and COVID-19, visit crohnscolitisfoundation.org/coronavirus.