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Keith’s Journey: Finding Strength and Confidence Through Active Ostomates

Discovering Active Ostomates: After recovering from surgery and taking some time to rest, I became aware of Colostomy UK in late 2023 and joined the charity as part of a bowel cancer group.
Through the charity’s newsletter, I learned about the Active Ostomates programme. I was particularly interested in something to improve my flexibility, so in February 2024, I signed up for my first online Pilates class with Heather.

04 September, 2025

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Colostomy UK partners with WelcoMe

Colostomy UK partners with WelcoMe to make days out easier for people living with a stoma.
We know that going out and about with a stoma isn’t always straightforward. That’s why we’re really excited to announce a new partnership with WelcoMe, a simple service that helps people share their needs with venues before they arrive.

01 September, 2025

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September is Urology Awareness Month

According to The Urology Foundation, it is estimated that 1 in 2 of us will be affected by a urology condition in our lifetime. This can include cancer of the kidneys, bladder, prostate and the male reproductive system. In some cases this may lead to a stoma being formed, a Urostomy.

01 September, 2025

September is Urology Awareness Month

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