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Smashing Cancer and Stoma Stigma This journey isn’t just about survival. It’s about mindset. It’s about showing that life doesn’t end with an ostomy, it just changes. And sometimes, that change can lead to a purpose you never saw coming. The post Smashing
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This journey isn’t just about survival. It’s about mindset. It’s about showing that life doesn’t end with an ostomy, it just changes. And sometimes, that change can lead to a purpose you never saw...
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The Intersection of Race and Health: Advocating for Patients in Education and Access By Michael Ashley Turner Having physicians not listen to you Not being taken seriously Not having affordable health options Having organizations want to use your story bu
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By Michael Ashley Turner Having physicians not listen to you Not being taken seriously Not having affordable health options Having organizations want to use your story but not see representation […]
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Gloria the Phoenix Remembering Gloria by Bob Kwiatkowski Gloria and I met by chance in November of 1969. I was driving with a friend down 8 mile road in Detroit. Gloria was with […] The post Gloria the Phoenix appeared first on United Ostomy Associations
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Remembering Gloria by Bob Kwiatkowski Gloria and I met by chance in November of 1969. I was driving with a friend down 8 mile road in Detroit. Gloria was with […]
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Finding Community, Purpose, and Voice After Colorectal Cancer and Permanent Colostomy By: Sandra James, ACSW https://t.co/oqX0DB5yRn
https://t.co/5v9KFk8sD6 When I was diagnosed, the first emotions that hit me were disappointment, confusion, and shame. I
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By: Sandra James, ACSW Instagram.com/@colostomyforever www.youtube.com/@SandraJames-LivingIt When I was diagnosed, the first emotions that hit me were disappointment, confusion, and shame. I had...
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UOAA Supports Colorectal Cancer Survivors By Cheryl Ory, UOAA President While advances in cancer treatments rise the news on colorectal cancer has been alarming. Colorectal Cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer death in […] The post UOAA Supports Col
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By Cheryl Ory, UOAA President While advances in cancer treatments rise the news on colorectal cancer has been alarming. Colorectal Cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer death in […]
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10 Tips for Intimacy with an Ostomy Life with an ostomy can stir up deeply vulnerable questions: Will anyone love me like this? Does my ostomy bag make me unattractive? How can I be intimate while managing it? These anxieties often settle in the quieter c
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Life with an ostomy can stir up deeply vulnerable questions: Will anyone love me like this? Does my ostomy bag make me unattractive? How can I be intimate while managing it? These anxieties often...
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Gratitude on High: An Ostomy Patient’s Journey of Faith, Community, and Black History As I drove down East Main Street in Reynoldsburg, Ohio, time stopped. There it was my banner hanging proudly among so many incredible community members being honored for
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By Tonya Kelly As I drove down East Main Street in Reynoldsburg, Ohio, time stopped. There it was my banner hanging proudly among so many incredible community members being honored […]
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Tips for Choosing the Right Ostomy Supplies Navigating the world of ostomy products and supplies can feel overwhelming, but finding the right system and products are crucial for comfort and security. The appropriate pouch is determined by […] The post Ti
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Navigating the world of ostomy products and supplies can feel overwhelming, but finding the right system and products are crucial for comfort and security. The appropriate pouch is determined by […]
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Hoist incidents are one of the most reported manual handling risks in disability support. Do not wait for an incident report to learn this. Watch the video, check your practice, and protect yourself and your participants today.
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Seeking an Extraordinary Life with an Ostomy This ‘Walking Miracle’ has a lot more life to live By Lisa Bowie I am 65 years old and have lived with an ileostomy for almost 14 years. I share […] The post Seeking an Extraordinary Life with an Ostomy appear
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This ‘Walking Miracle’ has a lot more life to live By Lisa Bowie I am 65 years old and have lived with an ileostomy for almost 14 years. I share […]
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NDIS Support Coordinators I work with participants who have complex clinical needs alongside behaviour support implementation (including restrictive practices) across FNQ. I connect with Support Coordinators managing higher-risk situations — happy to connect.
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The Missing Step in Abdominal Surgery Recovery (And Why It Matters) By Kaylene Hernandez, PT, DPT Recently, I had the privilege of conducting a workshop with our local UOAA affiliated ostomy support group. As I looked around the room at these […] The pos
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RETA’S HOLIDAY REFLECTIONS ON LIVING WITH SHORT BOWEL SYNDROME For me, the holiday season is an annual reminder of how far I’ve come in my short bowel syndrome (SBS) journey. In my experience, life with SBS has been challenging, […] The post RETA’S HOLID
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Learning from Leaks: Tips for Staying Prepared and Positive on Your Ostomy Journey It happens…Speaking with Ostomates in many stages of their Ostomy journey is the best part of my role at Ostomysecrets®. A frequent topic, and cause for concern, is the d
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Squid Game: The Challenge Contestant Embraces Life with an Ostomy Squide Game The Challenge contestant with an ostomy: My ileostomy and how it gave me the confidence to participate in such a wild adventure! If I was still dealing with UC, I would’ve never
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My ileostomy and how it gave me the confidence to participate in such a wild adventure!
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Catherine’s Story A long journey to an ostomy leads to a supportive community I have suffered with digestive issues since I was a teen and the first symptoms I remember were back […] The post Catherine’s Story appeared first on United Ostomy Associations
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A long journey to an ostomy leads to a supportive community I have suffered with digestive issues since I was a teen and the first symptoms I remember were back […]
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MY JOURNEY TO BECOMING A CERTIFIED OSTOMY NURSE UOAA is excited to announce that the 2025 recipient of the Educational Award for Ostomy Nurse Certification is Erin Young from California! Below Erin shares a little bit about herself […] The post MY JOURNE
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UOAA is excited to announce that the 2025 recipient of the Educational Award for Ostomy Nurse Certification is Erin Young from California! Below Erin shares a little bit about herself […]
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