Why should you be #StomaAware?

Saturday October 2nd 2021 Is our Stoma Aware day. This short video highlights why it is important for everyone to be Stoma Aware.

Find out more about what we’re doing to make the UK more Stoma Aware here

What are the consequences of not being #StomaAware

If you are not #StomaAware then it can lead to people being DISCRIMINATED against in SHOPS, PUBLIC TOILETS, AIRPORTS, SPORTS STADIUMS AND MORE.

This discrimination can lead to isolation for people who are already having to cope with long-term chronic illness. Make sure you are #StomaAware.

The stories below highlight why you need to be #StomaAware

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How you can be #StomaAware?

Join in and raise awarenes on 2nd October, #StomaAware Day 2021:

Download our printable #StomaAware Frame and share your message on social media – just like the Colostomy UK Team are below
Download and share our information video about how many people have a stoma, and the reasons why. You can also download and share our educational video ‘What is a stoma’

Download and share our infographic and help to make others #StomaAware

Can you help us frame our Stoma Aware Strategy?

We would like to hear from ostomates about how having a stoma impacts on your day-to-day life in the United Kingdom. We also want to know what you think about Colostomy UK and how well supported you feel by healthcare professionals.

It’s a short survey and should only take 5 minutes for you to complete, so please feel free to answer them as comprehensively as you like! Your responses will help us better understand what matters to you and will shape the future direction of our campaigns and support services as we shoot for our goal of a more Stoma Aware United Kingdom. You can take part here

What else are we doing to make people #StomaAware?