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Welcome to our April newsletter!
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This month we share some great news about Stoma Friendly toilets, launch our spring Active Ostomates virtual classes, talk about the importance of good sleep, and reveal the next date for our Caring for a person with a stoma workshop.
Please do continue to get in touch with us via getinvolved@colostomyuk.org with any feedback or suggestions you have, we love hearing from you!
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We've had some great successes for our Stoma Friendly toilets campaign recently, and we’re delighted to announce that Manchester United’s Old Trafford Stadium is now Stoma Friendly.
Other organisations that have upgraded their facilities include Rochdale Leisure Centre, Middleton Arena, Heywood Sports Village, Littleborough Sports Centre, The Braken Trust, The University of Northampton, Arena Business Centre Winnersh, The LGBT Foundation, and South Lanarkshire College.
We've had a really positive response from people requesting our Stoma Aware pack. If you'd like to help us make your community more stoma friendly please email us and we'll get one in the post to you. The pack includes everything you need to educate local businesses, and encourage them to adopt stoma friendly toilets and signage
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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, check out our sleep advice page here |
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Four more of our popular classes return this May. With Pilates, Chair Yoga, Mindfulness & Meditation, and Yoga all on offer,
And with the already announced Zumba classes also returning, there's sure to be something for everyone!
To find out more and register, visit our active ostomates page here
Don't forget our new Walking Football activity also starts in May. It's open to anyone over the aged of 16 and friends and family are welcome too!
If you're based in South London, Surrey, or further afield and fancy joining us, you can register, and find out more details here |
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Sponsored post by Ostique Ltd.
The Onovus Solo Range is almost here, and we couldn’t be more excited!
Introducing the Onovus Solo Range from Ostique; the first truly ‘silent' bag*. We have listened to the issues that you currently have with your ostomy care and we have developed fresh, new solutions that can be worn with pride and put your mind at ease.
Our new, innovative range of flat, one-piece ostomy bags have been designed to solve common problems such as adhesive issues, odour issues, noise issues and more. Find out more here.
To be among the first to receive a sample, please complete the Sample Request Form, here
Ostique provide innovative ostomy care that empowers our users. Designed for ostomates, with ostomates.
*60% ambient noise reduction and 30% noise reduction when rustling, compared to competitor bags. |
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Do you care for a family member or friend with stoma? If you do, our virtual 'Caring for a person with a stoma" workshop could be useful to you!
Delivered by a Stoma Nurse, It's free to attend and takes place via zoom. Covering topics of anatomy, diet, how to change a bag, common and long-term concerns, and the psychological impact of surgery.
The next workshop takes place from 10.30 am to 12 pm on Friday, 19th May.
To find out more and register, just click here |
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1 In 335 people in the UK live with a stoma, just like Keith.
We're here night and day to ensure they get the help they need when they need it
Can you support us by donating here so we can make sure that support continues. Thank you. |
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