ColostomyUK

Did you know our #Stoma Care Workshop is now #CPD accredited? This means that attendees will receive a CPD certificate upon completion, supporting your professional development and helping to build confidence when delivering stoma care. Book your place: colostomyuk.org/support/caring

Our #ActiveOstomates – At Home online classes are back! Starting June 2nd, Eight weeks of Pilates, yoga, mindfulness and Chair Yoga all from the comfort of your own home! To find out more or sign up today, visit colostomyuk.org/active-ostomat… #activeostomates #stoma #stomaaware

Double bagger Caroline Knight shares how she takes care of her mental health. Swipe to see how Caroline takes care of her mental health → We know everybody’s journey is unique - what do you do to look after your wellbeing?

“My stoma did not take my life away from me. It gave it back.” From airport security to solo travel, Jo’s story is a reminder that a bag does not mean a smaller world. Read more: colostomyuk.org/blog/colostomy… #ColostomyUK #stoma #colostomy

In case you missed it on Monday, two Woods and a Turner reveal our next big event! We're heading to Wakefield for a PDRL and Wheelchair double header with @WTComFoundation on June 6/7 🏉😁 #UpThePurps💜 #RugbyLeague #stomaaware @turner_m91

Join us and watch the live stream for the GSK IMPACT Awards ceremony, tomorrow (13th) from 6:15pm: youtube.com/live/84dcGOCKz… You can also follow updates throughout the ceremony on The King’s Fund Instagram: youtube.com/live/84dcGOCKz… #GSK #KingsFund

May 12th is International Nurses Day. This year we're recognising Joan Garwood, a stoma nurse who has had a huge impact on the stoma community for 35 years, and for the last 5 years through delivering our Caring for a person with a stoma workshops. ow.ly/S8jG50YJY2R

This #TfLPrioritySeatingWeek, we’re highlighting the unseen challenges of living with a stoma on public transport. “Not all disabilities are visible - a small act of kindness can have a big impact.” colostomyuk.org/tfl-priority-s… @TFL

UP NEXT! ⏭️ We're excited that our next event will be a PDRL and Wheelchair double header with @WTComFoundation 😁 Our PDRL game on Saturday 6th June will be a curtain raiser to the @SuperLeague fixture between @WTrinityRL and @hullkrofficial at the DIY kitchens stadium, while the @wheelchairrl fixture with a Wakefield development side will take place on June7th at Outwood Academy. We can't wait for what's sure to be a great weekend, and our first ever Super League curtain raiser! Big thanks to @_jackpemberton for all your support 🤝 #upthepurps💜 #rugbyleague #stomaaware

This year’s #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek theme is Action. Our 2024 Stoma Survey highlighted the impact stoma surgery has on mental health. We take action through our Live Chat, Helpline, Facebook group, Tidings, Active Ostomates & support groups. Get support ow.ly/jXWo50YJZoV

#Ballooning occurs when gas expelled through the colon collects inside a #stoma bag causing it to inflate. It's one of the most visited pages on our website! Take a look at our hints and tips to manage ballooning here: ow.ly/XYzi50Xh2n0 #stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware

Are you struggling with a high-output stoma? Changes in output are common, but too much can be challenging to deal with daily. The article below talks about some of the causes and what might help to reduce it 💜 ow.ly/agtV50OtwGP #stoma #colostomy #stoma101

Could you be our next winner? Play the Colostomy UK lottery today to be in with a chance to win big while also giving back! £25,000 jackpot & weekly cash prizes! Just £1 to enter & 50p goes directly to us. Play now & support our work ow.ly/JQZi50WnBCA #Stoma #StomaAware

Each year 7,400 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer in the UK. If it's more advanced at diagnosis #Stoma surgery might be needed. Read our guide with support on how to manage your stoma and Ovarian Cancer. Produced with Target Ovarian Cancer: #p=1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">online.fliphtml5.com/hilnq/ymuv/#p=1

Our #ActiveOstomates – At Home online classes are back! Starting June 2nd, Eight weeks of Pilates, yoga, mindfulness and Chair Yoga all from the comfort of your own home! To find out more or sign up today, visit colostomyuk.org/active-ostomat… #activeostomates #stoma #stomaaware

Having a clear out? Donate your unwanted clothes & household items to raise funds for Colostomy UK 💜 Free collection via ow.ly/PGcb50XgZtp 0344 879 4417 ow.ly/FFps50XgZto #Stoma #StomaAware #icollectclothes

Thank you to everyone who took part in or donated to Step Up for Stomas: Active April. You helped raise £20,000 to support our work and people living with a stoma. We couldn’t do it without you. Thank you from Colostomy UK.

If you're thinking of taking up a new sport but are looking for inspiration, why not check out our top tips! The series currently includes #Football #Swimming #RugbyLeague #Running and #Hiking and they can be viewed on our website: colostomyuk.org/information/a-… #Stoma #StomaAware

🎬" The message within the gang of us is to say that if you've got a stoma there is still so much you can do. It's life enhancing, and watching the game today was life enhancing" Some fabulous words from Dave Woods from @SkySportsRL following our game with @RugbyLeeds PDRL last Saturday. Challenging outdated perceptions of what people living with stomas can achieve, and inspiring and empowering those who do, is why we play. #upthepurps💜 #stomaaware #rugbyleague

Take a look at our stoma-friendly toilet venues across the UK on our website! There's over 1200 venues and growing! Facilities like hooks, shelves, bins & full-length mirrors – small changes that make a big difference for people living with a #stoma: ow.ly/z87b50YefKg