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Colostomy UK Champions the Ethical Partnership Pledge

06 August, 2025

Wednesday 6th August 2025.Colostomy UK has today pledged its commitment to The Ethical Partnership Pledge, publicly affirming that ethical, transparent, and inclusive collaboration is the standard we expect and uphold in all our partnerships.

Pilates, Swimming, and Confidence: Kate’s Active Ostomate Story

03 August, 2025

When Kate had stoma surgery for colorectal cancer in September 2020, she was 74 years old, facing lockdown restrictions, and unsure of how active life would look in the future. Four years later, at nearly 79, she’s swimming, walking, and doing Pilates—living proof that having an ostomy doesn’t have to slow you down.

2025 Level Playing Field Annual Fan Survey launched

01 August, 2025

The 2025 Level Playing Field Annual Fan Survey has been launched, to collect insight on disabled sports fans’ matchday experiences.

Last year’s survey received a record number of responses, including 100’s from the stoma community, with results including the most common barriers to attending and services which would improve disabled supporters’ experiences.

A Life-Changing Decision – Leon’s Story

01 August, 2025

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I had my accident back in ’92, diving into a swimming pool. I ended up paralysed from the armpits down, but for the first 15-20 years, my bowel worked fine. Then the piles started, and that’s when things really went downhill.

Thank You Garfield Weston!

18 July, 2025

We’re thrilled to have received a core cost grant from the Garfield Weston Foundation.

Thanks to their generosity, we can continue to provide the compassion, consistency and care that people living with a stoma rely on every single day.

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