"Genetic Link: Sisters Discover Shared Inflammatory Bowel Disease through DNA Test"
Four previously unknown half-sisters bonded over their shared debilitating disease, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), after a DNA test revealed their connection. Katie Sackett, Nichole Bambanian, Kristin Geffen, and Anna Nevares all found each other through DNA testing and discovered they all have IBD. They have since become a support group, providing encouragement and sharing treatment options. The sisters have undergone j-pouch surgery, a procedure to treat ulcerative colitis, and have found solace in their shared experiences. They hope to raise awareness about IBD and provide support to others with the condition.