Get to grips with wind
Wind in your gut is a completely normal part of digestion. In fact, passing wind is a sign that your digestive system is working! Most gut gas is made up of nitrogen, oxygen, carbon dioxide,...
26th October 2026
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Get to grips with pancreatitis at our free online event
Every November, Kranky Panky puts pancreatitis in the spotlight, sharing real stories from people in our community. This year, we’re also hosting ‘Getting to Grips with Pancreatitis’ – a free webinar exploring both acute and chronic...
7th October 2026
Michael’s diverticulitis story
Michael shares his story as part of our 2026 Diverticular Disease Awareness campaign, keen to share hope and to emphasise why patient-led research is so vital for chronic digestive conditions.
5th October 2026
Get to grips with bloating and distension
Bloating is that uncomfortable, tight or full feeling inside your tummy. It is a subjective sensation, meaning it is something you feel inside your gut, even if your gut doesn't look any different on the...
5th October 2026
Let’s get particular about diverticular! Will you join us?
This Diverticular Disease Awareness Week, we’re getting particular about diverticular disease, and we want you to join us!
28th September 2026
Can lab-grown nerve cell patches fix Hirschsprung’s disease?
Hirschsprung’s disease is a rare digestive condition that affects babies and children. It happens when part of the bowel is missing important nerve cells. Rather than surgery to remove the damaged bowel, this project explores...
15th September 2026
Rachel’s Hirschsprung’s Disease story
On this Hirschsprung’s Disease Awareness Day (15th September), we’re sharing Rachel’s story. Rachel lives with a rare form of the condition – Total Colonic Aganglionosis (TCA) and shares her experiences of undergoing stoma surgery and...
15th September 2026
Remember a Charity Week: Annie Rose’s story
This September, Guts UK is proud to take part in Remember a Charity in your Will Week, taking place from 7–13 September. As part of this national campaign involving charities across the country, we’re taking...
7th September 2026
Remember a Charity Week: David and Steve’s story
David and Steve met online in 2000. After six months of messages, they finally met in person and immediately clicked. They built a life together filled with travel, theatre and live events. But for much...
7th September 2026
Get to grips with constipation
Constipation is a very common digestive symptom where you find it difficult to pass poo or are passing poo less frequently than what is normal for you. Constipation is generally categorised into two main types...
1st September 2026
