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/tYrx50Yv9LA
Full video: https://ow.ly/mUEg50Yv9LC
We've teamed up with iCollect Clothes to offer a hassle-free way to donate. 💜 iCollect will pick up your unwanted clothing, shoes, bedding, towels, curtains, accessories books, soft toys, small domestic appliances and much more! This then gets converted into a donation for Colostomy UK. Bag up your clothes, box up those household items, and then arrange your free collection by calling 0344 879 4417 or visiting https://www.colostomyuk.org/get-involved/fundraising/donate-your-unwanted-items/
Having a clear out? Donate your unwanted clothes & household items to raise funds for Colostomy UK 💜 Free collection via https://ow.ly/PGcb50XgZtp 0344 879 4417 https://ow.ly/FFps50XgZto #Stoma #StomaAware #icollectclothes
Take a look at our stoma-friendly toilet venues across the UK on our website! There are over 750 venues and growing! This work forms part of our ongoing campaign to improve public toilet provision and reduce stigma. We welcome organisations who would like to join the initiative and help create more inclusive spaces: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-friendly-toilets-finder/ #notalldisabilitesarevisible #Stoma #StomaAware #ColostomyUK #urostomy #ilostomy #colostomy
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: https://ow.ly/AmWi50YefJl
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 #Golf #Running and #Hiking and they can all be viewed via our A to Z page: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/a-z-list/ #Stoma #StomaAware
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: https://ow.ly/vLvH50YgYvK #Stoma #StomaAware
This May, Tom Plater is taking on an extraordinary 252-mile ultramarathon in Arizona. Full Video: https://ow.ly/sqx250YIrAJ
April is #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth. Help us support Tom by challenging perceptions & moving forward together - support the journey: https://ow.ly/9q9R50YIrAL
Diet can be a bit of a minefield for many people living with a #Stoma, so why not check out all our guidance, hints and tips to make your output a little easier: https://ow.ly/R4Wl50YuGP0 or call us on: 0800 328 4257 for support and advice. Video: https://ow.ly/XXSn50YuGOZ
We’ve teamed up with Arsenal Football Club to introduce stoma-friendly toilet facilities at Emirates Stadium - a major step for stoma awareness and accessibility on matchdays. Watch: youtu.be/AV4Cx7sy_uA #Arsenal #StomaAware #StomaFriendly
This May, Tom Plater is taking on an extraordinary 252-mile ultramarathon in Arizona. Full Video: https://ow.ly/NN8250YyxgH
April is #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth. Help us support Tom by challenging perceptions and moving forward together - support the journey https://ow.ly/zh5R50YyxgI
Travel can present unique challenges for people living with a stoma, and having Colostomy UK at the table helps ensure those real experiences are heard, understood, and acted on.
Accessible travel isn’t a “nice to have” - it can mean travelling with confidence or not going at all.
Yesterday, Shauna was representing Colostomy UK at the Birmingham Airport Accessibility Forum, helping ensure stoma community voices are heard. #stoma #stomaaware
April is #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth 💜
John courageously told his story of coming to terms with life after cancer and managing both a #colostomy and #urostomy.
To read John's story, head to colostomyuk.org/blog/bowel-cancer-awareness-month-2026
We are officially halfway through our Step Up for Stomas, Active April challenge. This year, everything we’re doing is inspired by the 55 stoma surgeries that take place every day in the UK and our community is truly stepping up to the challenge. A huge shoutout to our 39 amazing fundraisers who are already taking on their own “55” challenge and raising vital funds to support our services. Whether it’s 5.5k a day, 5,500 steps, or 55 minutes of movement you’re making every moment count.
We’re halfway through Step Up for Stomas: Active April.
Inspired by the 55 stoma surgeries that take place every day in the UK, 39 amazing fundraisers are already taking on their own 55 challenge.
It’s not too late to join in:
https://ow.ly/lbs250YGVRX
#stoma #activeapril
It’s Merch Monday! 🎉 Show your support for Colostomy UK and help us continue supporting everyone living with a stoma. Our t-shirts aren’t just comfy and stylish - they’re conversation starters. By wearing one, you’re helping to raise awareness, break down stigma, and show the world that life with a stoma is something to be proud of.
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
Did you know that we have a booklet all about stoma reversal? With sections from the perspective of a surgeon and a stoma care nurse it should answer any questions you may have. It's available to download online https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-reversal/ #stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware
Did you know that we have a booklet all about stoma reversal? With sections from the perspective of a surgeon and a stoma care nurse it should answer any questions you may have. It's available to download online https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-reversal/ #stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware
Planning a spring 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. Download the guide, plus our Civil Aviation Authority-endorsed travel certificate: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/you-can-fly/ #stoma #stomaaware #travel
Planning a spring 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.
Download the guide:
https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/you-can-fly/
#stomaaware
How do you obtain your stoma supplies? Is there a cost associated? Who do you give your prescription to? All these questions and more are covered on our website: http://ow.ly/PZ6Z50IgRkh #StomaAware #Stoma
How do you obtain your stoma supplies? Is there a cost associated? Who do you give your prescription to?
All these questions and more are covered on our website: http://ow.ly/PZ6Z50IgRkh
#StomaAware #Stoma
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! 💪 Every week you have the chance to win the £25,000 lottery jackpot, plus many other fantastic cash prizes, whilst also supporting us! ⭐ For every £1 entry at least 50p is donated directly to us. The more people that play, the more money we raise! 💜 Play the lottery today! https://www.colostomyuk.org/get-involved/fundraising/unity-lottery/ #Stoma #StomaAware
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
Great to see Jenna’s story featured in The Sun. In her interview with us, Jenna shares the reality of living with slow transit constipation for years before having life-changing ileostomy surgery. https://www.colostomyuk.org/blog/jennas-story/
Great to see Jenna’s story featured in The Sun. In her interview with us, Jenna shares the reality of living with slow transit constipation for years before having life-changing ileostomy surgery. https://www.colostomyuk.org/blog/jennas-story/
What is ‘Barbie Butt’ surgery – and why do some people need it? Read Jo’s Diary about recovery after proctectomy surgery (barbie butt): https://www.colostomyuk.org/proctectomy-surgery/ Jo's story is lived in experience. If you need support or advice, please call us: 0800 328 4257.
What is ‘Barbie Butt’ surgery – and why do some people need it?
Read Jo’s Diary about recovery after proctectomy surgery (barbie butt): https://ow.ly/W4Y350YshO6
Jo's story is lived in experience. If you need support or advice, please call us: 0800 328 4257.
Take a look at our stoma-friendly toilet venues across the UK on our website! There are over 750 venues and growing! This work forms part of our ongoing campaign to improve public toilet provision and reduce stigma. We welcome organisations who would like to join the initiative and help create more inclusive spaces: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-friendly-toilets-finder/ #notalldisabilitesarevisible #Stoma #StomaAware #ColostomyUK #urostomy #ilostomy #colostomy
Take a look at our stoma-friendly toilet venues across the UK on our website! There's over 750 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/z87b50YefKg
We've teamed up with iCollect Clothes to offer a hassle-free way to donate. 💜 iCollect will pick up your unwanted clothing, shoes, bedding, towels, curtains, accessories books, soft toys, small domestic appliances and much more! This then gets converted into a donation for Colostomy UK. Bag up your clothes, box up those household items, and then arrange your free collection by calling 0344 879 4417 or visiting https://www.colostomyuk.org/get-involved/fundraising/donate-your-unwanted-items/
Having a clear out? Donate your unwanted clothes & household items to raise funds for Colostomy UK 💜 Free collection via https://ow.ly/PGcb50XgZtp 0344 879 4417 https://ow.ly/FFps50XgZto #Stoma #StomaAware #icollectclothes
After a 14 year struggle with Ulcerative Colitis Emma underwent stoma surgery in June of last year. This year she is taking on our Step Up for Stomas, Active April fundraising challenge. There is still plenty of time to register and become part of a group of incredible fundraisers supporting our charity. Feeling inspired? Join Emma today and register to support the 55 people who undergo stoma surgery every day in the UK. https://www.colostomyuk.org/get-involved/active-april/
After a 14 year struggle with Ulcerative Colitis Emma underwent stoma surgery in June of last year.
There is still plenty of time to register and become part of a group of incredible fundraisers supporting our charity.
Join Emma: https://www.colostomyuk.org/get-involved/active-april/
Happy Easter from all of us at Colostomy UK! 🐣 We hope everyone has a wonderful day surrounded by friends and family 🍫 #easter #stoma #easteregg #eastersunday
Happy Easter from all of us at Colostomy UK! 🐣
We hope everyone has a wonderful day surrounded by friends and family 🍫
#easter #stoma #easteregg #eastersunday
50,000 new cases of Bowel Cancer are diagnosed every year in the UK with over 4,000 of them having to face the additional challenge of undergoing stoma surgery. 💌 April is #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth. Help us to be there for all of them and anyone else who needs us, whenever they need us by supporting Step Up For Stomas - Active April 💪💜 Support our campaign by taking part or donating here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/active-april-55
50,000 people are diagnosed with bowel cancer in the UK each year, and 4,000+ also face stoma surgery. 💌
This #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth, help us be there by supporting Step Up For Stomas - Active April.
Support our campaign by taking part or donating: https://ow.ly/P25f50YtozN
After surviving bowel cancer and adapting to life with a stoma, Tom Plater is taking on 252 miles to prove that resilience doesn’t end with diagnosis - it begins there. He’s raising funds to support those living with stomas and the communities helping them rebuild strength and confidence. If you believe in pushing limits, breaking stigma, and moving forward, together - support the journey here: https://ow.ly/vuvU50Yn26t #stoma #stomaaware #colostomy #bowelcancer
After surviving #bowelcancer & adapting to life with a #stoma, Tom Plater is taking on 252 miles to prove that resilience doesn’t end with diagnosis - it begins there.
He’s raising funds to support those living with a stoma: https://ow.ly/qlgN50YrgNf
When is our stoma helpline open over #Easter? Open as usual! Whether you're looking for practical or emotional support, or just want someone to listen, you can call #stoma helpline on 0800 328 4257 to speak to one of our trained volunteers 💜 #support #colostomy #urostomy #ileostomy
When is our stoma helpline open over #Easter? Open as usual!
Whether you're looking for practical or emotional support, or just want someone to listen, you can call #stoma helpline on 0800 328 4257 to speak to one of our trained volunteers 💜
#support #colostomy #urostomy #ileostomy
Worried about how your stoma might affect your current or future relationships? You're not alone—and while your stoma care nurse can help, we know it’s a tough topic to open up about. 💜 Explore guidance and support here: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/love-and-relationships/ #Stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware #ColostomyUK
Worried about how your stoma might affect your current or future relationships?
Explore guidance and support here: https://ow.ly/SjHo50WyEWH
#Stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware #ColostomyUK
It's no April Fool... Step Up for Stomas, Active April really does start today! 🫣⭐ No need to panic, there is still time to sign up and take part, to become part of our incredible fundraising community raising vital funds to support our work. 💪💜 For more info and to register please visit: colostomyuk.org/get-involved/active-april/
It's no April Fool... Step Up for Stomas, Active April really does start today!
No need to panic, there is still time to sign up and take part, to become part of our incredible fundraising community raising vital funds to support our work.
Register Today: colostomyuk.org/get-involved/active-april/
Do you experience blockages? if so, unfortunately you're not alone. It's one of the top-viewed pages on our website. Check out our guidance for lots of hints and tips to help you. https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-problems/stoma-blockage/ #stoma #stomaaware
Do you experience blockages? if so, unfortunately you're not alone.
It's one of the top-viewed pages on our website.
Check out our guidance for lots of hints and tips to help you.
www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-proble...
#stoma #stomaaware
Emily Hackworthy's beautiful and striking 'outline body' prints representing double #ostomates are available from our online shop: https://colostomyuk.bigcartel.com/ Emily is kindly donating the proceeds to Colostomy UK. #StomaAware #Stoma #urostomy #colostomy #colostomyuk #ilestomy
Emily Hackworthy's beautiful and striking 'outline body' prints representing double #ostomates are available from our online shop: https://colostomyuk.bigcartel.com/ Emily is kindly donating the proceeds to Colostomy UK. #StomaAware #Stoma #urostomy #colostomy #colostomyuk #ilestomy
Emily Hackworthy's beautiful and striking 'outline body' prints representing double #ostomates are available from our online shop: https://colostomyuk.bigcartel.com/ Emily is kindly donating the proceeds to Colostomy UK. #StomaAware #Stoma #urostomy #colostomy #colostomyuk #ilestomy
Good skin care is a crucial part of any #stoma care routine. It will help maintain healthy skin around your #stoma and assist in successful stoma bag adhesion. Visit: https://ow.ly/QH8X50YefEa
This is Katie who talks about her experience with a sore skin: https://ow.ly/joUY50YefE8
