Find Solutions to Problems That Can Occur With an Ostomy
Many people with an ostomy find that once their stoma has settled and they are in a normal routine, they are able to live their life with few ostomy related […]
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Hollister at UOAA’s National Conference
Editor’s note: UOAA’s National Conference was Aug. 6-10, 2019. Hollister Incorporated is excited to be a part of the ostomy community event of the year. As a long-standing Platinum Sponsor […]
Yoga for Every Body
By Elaine O’Rourke As I yoga teacher I was fortunate that I had developed mind-body practices to really help with the emotional roller-coaster ride of getting my ostomy. I was […]
The Support We Get From Support Groups
Walk Through that Door and You Might Surprise Yourself By Ellyn Mantell There are support groups for many issues but until I, myself, was in need, I never gave […]
Do You Know Where We Stand?
By UOAA Advocacy Manager Jeanine Gleba Under UOAA’s national advocacy program we develop position papers on topics concerning people living with an ostomy or continent diversion. This official “position” is […]
Managing Humidity and Extending Pouch Wear Times with an Ostomy
For people living with an ostomy, humid climates and certain situations may cause concern in pouch wear time. The me+ support team has put together some useful tips just for you […]
Discover a World of Ostomy Products at UOAA’s National Conference
Imagine if there was a place where over forty ostomy product manufacturers, accessory makers, distributors, lifestyle experts, and related support organizations could gather with ostomy patients from around the world? […]
Together We Can Change Lives
Give to Make an impact in the ostomy community Your support makes a difference in so many lives. People often turn to UOAA in times of concern and uncertainty. […]
Fun In The Sun, Ostomy Style
Feeling comfortable and fashionable by the water this swim season By Ellyn Mantell Living on the East Coast means sand and sun as soon as the calendar pages turn to […]
Makeda Armorer-Wade’s Story
Living 10 steps from death’s door can take an emotional toll. My name is Makeda Armorer-Wade and I am an inspirational life coach and best-selling author. In July 2010, I […]
Contact Us
United Ostomy Associations of America
P.O. Box 2293
Biddeford, ME 04005-2293
Call us toll-free at: 1-800-826-0826.
Our Information Line hours are Monday-Friday, 9am to 3pm EST. If you have an emergency, please dial 911 or contact your local medical professional.
Please understand that UOAA is a private, nonprofit, advocacy and informational organization. We are not a medical facility and we do not have medical or legal professionals on staff. Therefore, UOAA does not provide Medical, Mental Health, Insurance or Legal Advice. Visit UOAA Virtual Ostomy Clinic provided by The Wound Company for non-emergency, virtual ostomy support.
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