We’re excited to announce the first-ever  Intestinal Failure (IF) Awareness Day,  taking place on Saturday 1st February 2025. 

This day is dedicated to raising awareness on IF and addressing the urgent need to standardise care for patients across Europe.  

 What is IF? 

IF is a life-threatening condition where the body cannot absorb essential nutrients and fluids due to malfunction of the bowel. IF remains under-recognized and underfunded, leaving many patients across Europe without access to the life-saving therapy they need.  

1F Day has been established by the Leading Intestinal Failure Equality (LIFE) initiative, a multistakeholder group of experts, healthcare professionals and patients, joint in complementing the European-wide Optimal Nutritional Care for All (ONCA) campaign, and is a call to action to advocate for equal care for all. 

IF Day is focused on highlighting disparities in access to treatment. We’re calling on policymakers and healthcare professionals to support a future where patients receive equitable care and are able to live in dignity, healthcare professionals collaborate efficiently across borders, and policymakers drive change that will save lives. 

For more information and resources, visit www.intestinalfailure.org