Carolyn Stammers explains how people with an ileostomy or ileo‑anal pouch aged 16 and above can apply for financial support from the Kingston Trust CIO
Stoma nurse Janaína Maria Felix, patient advocate Steve Cartmail and support group secretary David Bunger discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected their lives
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Jennie Burch explains how best to protect the skin around your stoma and how you can resolve any issues that are causing you discomfort
Man with a stoma barred from enjoying the attractions at a popular holiday resort with his ostomy pouch on show
Vicky Wilson, Coloplast Nurse with 20 years’ experience in stoma care nursing, offers some tips on taking your stoma on holiday safely and with confidence
Jennie Burch discusses the what, why, when and how of convex ostomy appliances
Lisa Hall helps ostomates from the world’s major religions factor their culture, beliefs and values into life with a stoma
Luciana Podschun recalls the highs and lows of raising two sons while living with inflammatory bowel disease and an ostomy
Alannah-Jayne Simpson recounts her experience of getting back into the pool after ostomy surgery
Clare Mee looks back on the complications, predicaments and valuable lessons she has shared with Tomas, her stoma
Laura MacKenzie recalls the frightening illness that led to a rapid and successful recovery and two healthy stomas