We have been working with Aberdeen International Airport to make all its accessible toilets and baby change rooms stoma friendly. Features including a shelf, bin, full-length mirror and hooks to help people change or empty their stoma bag. Find out more: https://ow.ly/8HLN50Zv2ZO

We’re on a mission to make stomas better understood, reduce stigma, and support those living with them. Our #StomaAware campaign is packed with initiatives to drive change. Find out more and get involved https://ow.ly/6ul350Y4JIC #stoma #colostomy #urostomy #ileostomy #stomaaware

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

Our #ActiveOstomates – At Home online classes are back! Starting September 3rd, 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 https://www.colostomyuk.org/active-ostomates/

Planning a summer getaway? ✈️ If you have a stoma, you can fly with confidence.Our You Can Fly guide is packed with practical tips to help you feel prepared at every stage of your journey - from packing supplies to going through airport security. https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/you-can-fly/

“You’ll never work again.” Kerry Evans was told this after a cerebral bleed left her paralysed. Today, she’s Wrexham AFC Disability Liaison Officer, helping make football accessible for all - including ostomates. Read Kerry’s story: https://ow.ly/VuQC50ZmPYg #stoma #stomaaware

We spoke to BBC Radio Humberside about why stoma-friendly toilets matter. Following Jenna Robinson’s call for East Riding of Yorkshire Council to improve accessible toilets. https://ow.ly/KIGs50ZuCVR Credit BBC Radio Humberside Full video: https://ow.ly/TRsW50ZuCVS

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 https://ow.ly/JQZi50WnBCA #Stoma #StomaAware

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: https://ow.ly/SANB50ZuB5N Read more: https://ow.ly/VPek50ZuB5O

Council to review toilets in East Yorkshire after stoma campaign

Jenna Robinson, 38, campaigned for stoma-friendly facilities in all East Yorkshire public toilets.

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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 http://ow.ly/P75350Oj1zf - Full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPgGhzDr6Eo #stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware

We're proud to see Jenna Robinson raising awareness of the need for stoma-friendly toilets with East Riding of Yorkshire Council. We've been campaigning to make public toilets more inclusive. Read the BBC story: https://ow.ly/RTaH50Zu6zx https://ow.ly/5amu50Zu6zw

Calls for more stoma-friendly toilets in East Riding of Yorkshire

A Beverley woman who lives with a stoma wants better facilities in standard disabled toilets.

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Living with a stoma can affect more than physical health. It can impact confidence, relationships, routines, and emotional wellbeing too. Read more: https://www.colostomyuk.org/dear-nurse-living-well-supporting-mental-health-with-a-stoma/

Research shows that between 50 to 70 percent of #ostomates will develop a Parastomal Hernia. Our website has answers to the questions above http://ow.ly/l2qJ50OgPGr This is Sophie who talks about her own experience with a Parastomal Hernia. Full video: https://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: https://ow.ly/kQ9K50XJKOv #notalldisabilitiesarevisible #stoma #colostomy #urostomy #ileostomy #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. https://ow.ly/zZXu50Z9PfE Beth shares her own experience of leakage: https://ow.ly/ryTk50Z9PfC

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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 Dr Nighat Ari offers her guidance on Stomas, Menopause, and HRT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BI1yYZqRuC4 For more guidance visit https://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: https://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: https://ow.ly/TVmm50Z9pFv

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 💜

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.bsky.social to learn why leakage happens & how to prevent it. 📅 21 July ⏰ 1pm–2pm Book your free place https://ow.ly/Y4lk50ZcO4R

It’s Merch Monday! Show your support for Colostomy UK and help us continue supporting everyone living with a stoma. Grab yours today: https://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: https://www.colostomyuk.org/jo-prance-diving-in

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 https://ow.ly/4ma350ZoXvC

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. https://ow.ly/qZ9p50Yv9GJ Full video: https://ow.ly/nKBo50Yv9GK

Play the Colostomy UK lottery today to be in with a chance to win big while also giving back! Every week you have the chance to win the £25,000 lottery jackpot, plus many other fantastic cash prizes, whilst also supporting us! https://ow.ly/4lt150WnBwm #Stoma #StomaAware

Sleep is crucial to our health and well-being. People who have a #stoma can feel anxious about sleeping. Issues such as leakage can be disruptive too. For advice and lots of tips to get the best night’s rest, visit: https://ow.ly/rtwZ50XOo7P #StomaAware #stoma101 #Stoma

Emily Hackworthy's beautiful and striking 'outline body' prints representing double #ostomates are available from our online shop: https://colostomyuk.bigcartel.com/category/art Emily is kindly donating the proceeds to Colostomy UK. #StomaAware #Stoma #urostomy #colostomy #colostomyuk #ilestomy

Only 1 week 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, how to prevent it, and practical tips for better stoma management. 📅 21 July | ⏰ 1pm–2pm Book your free place https://ow.ly/5gro50ZcO4q

We are Colostomy UK. We're a vibrant and dedicated group of people who work tirelessly to support the #stoma community. You can read all about our purpose and the values that guide us here: https://www.colostomyuk.org/about-us/ #Stoma #StomaAware