Your Monthly update from Colostomy UK

All the latest from Colostomy UK.

This issue we feature the newest addition to our literature range, focus on stomas and Diabetes, and the latest edition of Tidings Magazine which is out this week.

We also have a small request, that if you're able to, you give the gift of stoma support this Christmas by donating to us, so we can continue to be here whenever your need us.

Created by a Grandma living with a stoma, Santina has written and illustrated 'Grandmas new bottom' to help children understand stoma surgery.

It traces the story of a little boy called Finlay and his grandma, as she becomes unwell, visits the doctor and then goes into hospital for surgery before coming home to recover.

You can download a copy here or email us at hello@colostomyuk.org or call 0118 939 1537 and we'll send you a copy

The new edition of our award winning magazine Tidings is out now!

Make sure you never miss out on future editions by registering here.

And if you'd like to receive a copy of our Tracey Emin special just drop us an email at hello@colostomyuk.org

Make it a Happy Christmas for everyone.

Travel, staying with family and navigating the festive fare can all be daunting prospects for people living with stomas. Our stoma helpline 0800 328 4257 and Facebook support group are available 24/7 throughout the year.

Please donate here so we can continue to be there when we're needed on Christmas Day and every day.

Stoma and Diabetes

"I have been a specialist stoma nurse for three years, and prior to this I worked in general practice for six years. My role in general practice was supporting patients with long term conditions, mainly diabetes.

In my clinical setting I often review established ostomates who are developing other health complications. One of the most common is type 2 diabetes, which is a condition that is on the increase in the UK. I am often asked about the best ways to manage the two diets as the advice can be contradictory"

Specialist stoma nurse, Tammy Temple has written an engaging piece that aims to help those maintain a healthy diet when living with both diabetes and stoma(s). You can read it here

Order your Colostomy UK Christmas Cards today!

Christmas is a time for giving. By sending those you care about a Colostomy UK Christmas card, you're giving them joy and happiness; and also giving help to people living with stomas.

Colostomy UK receives 100% of the profits from the sale of these adorable reindeer Christmas cards, helping us continue to provide our services to everyone who needs us throughout the festive season. Order your pack of 10 online now here for only £4.50 plus postage and packing.

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Leeds Station all aboard Stoma Friendly toilets!

Network Rail and Colostomy UK are delighted to announce that Leeds Station has followed several London stations including Paddington and Liverpool Street in offering Stoma Friendly facilities following upgrades to all accessible toilets at the station. Read more here

For more on our campaigns and how you can get involved please visit https://www.colostomyuk.org/campaigns/