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IC Awareness…Together, We Started Something Big!

On September 22, 2018 #ICAwareness was elevated to a new level as the Interstitial Cystitis Association (ICA) hosted its debut Walk for an IC Cure in Balboa Park, San Diego.…

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ICA Board Members Walking for a Cure

Several ICA Board Members are “stepping up” and joining the ICA at the inaugural Walk for an IC Cure next week! Read what inspired them to walk and support them…

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ICA Board Member Participates in Evaluation of Research Applications Submitted to the PRMRP

SCIENTIFIC PEER REVIEW OF THE PEER REVIEW MEDICAL RESEARCH PROGRAM FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE “The Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) consumer advocate, Dr. Laura Santurri, recently participated in…

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Time is Running Out to Register for the Inaugural “Walk for an IC Cure”

The inaugural Walk for an IC Cure is only a week away! You can register for this event or donate online. Do you want to host an IC Walk in…

While Fighting the Opioid Epidemic, Don’t Forget Those Who Are Suffering From Pain

“But as we combat the opioid crisis, we cannot forget that pain is a real problem. Severe pain—chronic or acute—affects a broad spectrum of our fellow Americans: our children, our…

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Veronica Corral Shares Her “Walk for an IC Cure” Story

Veronica will be joining the ICA as we Walk for an IC Cure! This is why she is walking: “I was diagnosed with IC when I was 23 years old.…

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ICA Board Member Raises Awareness for IC

ICA Board member Michael Greenwell is raising awareness through his workplace. On August 17, 2018, his company published an article on their workplace intranet, I Am ICF, that showcases the…

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Time is Running Out to Get Your T-shirt for the Premier “Walk for an IC Cure”

You can register for this event or donate online. Do you want to host an IC Walk in your hometown? Contact ICA at icamail@ichelp.org.

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On the Road with IC

From the Winter 2017 issue of the ICA Update The condition and its symptoms can make traveling a challenge. Patients share what works when IC is your travel companion. Read…

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Summer Issue of ICA Update Mailing Soon

The ICA Update is an award-winning magazine with in-depth stories about interstitial cystitis (IC) research, treatment, and lifestyle issues. The ICA Update is a benefit of donors who give $50…