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Travelling in the UK with a stoma

06 August, 2019

Having a stoma shouldn’t prevent you from enjoying all of the great experiences the UK has to offer! Here are some practical tips on bag disposal and accessible toilets…

50K Challenge : last year’s feedback

05 August, 2019

Last year we set a challenge for ostomates across the UK to walk,run,cycle and swim their way to a combined goal of 50,000km. This challenge inspired many people to get more active and stay active…

Mental health support after stoma surgery: don’t struggle in silence

02 August, 2019

Many say they are thankful for their stoma because it has stopped their chronic pain and suffering. But for some it’s not always that easy. You may find it a struggle to come to terms with life after stoma surgery. You may feel embarrassed to tell people about your stoma, afraid that people won’t understand. You might feel like you can’t do the things you did before because you don’t feel confident. You may even be afraid of leaving the house altogether. If you are experiencing these feelings, they can often be overcome with the right support.

Support Groups in Yorkshire

01 August, 2019

Seeing as it is Yorkshire Day we thought we’d share with you all the amazing Stoma Support groups in the region

What happens to food after it’s eaten?

31 July, 2019

Many people who have had Colostomy Surgery may wonder what if their eating habits need to change. Here is a brief overview of what happens to your food after its eaten.

Reversal – not always the answer

26 July, 2019

With surgical and medical advances meaning that stoma surgery is increasingly seen as a temporary measure, the subject of reversal surgery is set to remain topical for the foreseeable future. The outcome of reversal surgery often varies on the person and many people experience both ups and downs. What happens when there are more downs than ups and the result isn’t as expected? This is what happened to Sandra Willoughby who we spoke to recently.

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