ColostomyUK

Our #Stoma helpline is open 365 days a year on 0800 328 4257 📞 or try our live chat: colostomyuk.org If you're looking for practical or emotional support, or just want someone to listen, call one of our trained volunteers anytime 💜

Councillors have unanimously voted to review public toilets in East Yorkshire following a campaign for stoma-friendly facilities. It's great to see the BBC highlighting why stoma-friendly toilets matter. Find out more: colostomyuk.org/campaigns/toil… Read more: ow.ly/BQi450ZuB5c

Do you feel pain and discomfort after recovery from #stoma surgery? The causes, coping strategies and treatment options are covered in our Pain and Discomfort booklet, downloadable here ow.ly/P75350Oj1zf - Full video: youtube.com/watch?v=uPgGhz… #stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware

Congrats to @Official_NCFC on achieving @ColostomyUK friendly toilets. Great work.

Our Disabled Supporters Association have secured a local grant to make our accessible toilets Stoma-friendly 👏

We're proud to see Jenna Robinson raising awareness of the need for stoma-friendly toilets with @East_Riding. We've been campaigning to make public toilets more inclusive. Read the BBC story: bbc.co.uk/news/articles/… colostomyuk.org/campaigns/toil…

Living with a stoma can affect more than physical health. It can impact confidence, relationships, routines, and emotional wellbeing too. Read more: colostomyuk.org/dear-nurse-liv…

Research shows that between 50 to 70 percent of #ostomates will develop a Parastomal Hernia. Our website has answers to the questions above ow.ly/l2qJ50OgPGr This is Sophie who talks about her own experience with a Parastomal Hernia. Full video: youtu.be/l_LXtIa8afg

Did you know that a RADAR key will open over 9000 locked public toilets around the UK? 🔑 You can buy a set of two keys through out website: ow.ly/kQ9K50XJKOv #notalldisabilitiesarevisible #stoma #colostomy #urostomy #ileostomy #StomaAware

UP NEXT! We're heading to #York for the York Knights inclusion day 😁 We're incredibly excited that on August 23rd we'll be joining the York Knights Foundation and teams from across Super League and Championship foundations at the LNER stadium to showcase Wheelchair and Walking Rugby League prior to the @SuperLeague fixture between the Knights and Leeds Rhinos. 🏉🚶♿️ #upthepurps💜 #rugbyleague #stomaaware

Worried about leakage in the hot weather? ☀️ Hot weather can increase sweating, which may affect how well your pouch adhesive sticks and increase the risk of leaks. ow.ly/FFsK50Z9PeG Beth shares her own experience of leakage: ow.ly/vPso50Z9PeF

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Menopause can affect individuals with stomas, particularly in terms of skin health and bowel habits, due to hormonal changes. In this video @DrNighatAri offers her guidance on Stomas, Menopause, and HRT: youtube.com/watch?v=BI1yYZ… For more guidance visit ow.ly/gj8L50XNCvb

Take a look at our stoma-friendly toilet venues across the UK on our website! There's over 1300 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/AmWi50YefJl

Thinking about getting back on the pitch or trying football for the first time after stoma surgery? Check out Nav's top tips for playing football with a stoma, covering confidence, preparation and staying active while enjoying the game. Read more: ow.ly/SjBm50Z9pFk

1 day to go! Leakage can have a big impact on confidence, skin health and day-to-day life. Join our free webinar with @convatec to learn why leakage happens, and how to prevent it. 📅 21 July | ⏰ 1pm–2pm Book your free place ow.ly/I5Zg50ZcO4V

It’s Merch Monday! Show your support for Colostomy UK and help us continue supporting everyone living with a stoma. Grab yours today: colostomyuk.bigcartel.com #stoma #stomaaware

Six months after proctectomy surgery, Tidings Fitness Guru Jo Prance is back swimming, competing, teaching, and training to climb Kilimanjaro. Read more: colostomyuk.org/jo-prance-divi…

Applications are NOW OPEN! 🎉 We've secured charity places in the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2027 for the very first time! Join #TeamColostomyUK, take on this iconic 13.1-mile challenge and help support people living with a stoma. Apply by 10 August ow.ly/BVVp50ZoXu1

Pancaking impacts lots of people living with a #stoma. It occurs when instead of dropping to the bottom of the bag, the motion collects around the stoma and may seep between the flange/baseplate aand the skin. ow.ly/YYO750ZfiCo Full video: ow.ly/ZWK450ZfiCn