1st Annual Lafayette, LA Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K
Ready, set, go! It’s time to get your walking or running shoes on and plan to participate in UOAA’s 1st Annual Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K to be held in […]
Ready, set, go! It’s time to get your walking or running shoes on and plan to participate in UOAA’s 1st Annual Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K to be held in […]
Ready, set, go! It’s time to get your walking or running shoes on and plan to participate in UOAA’s 9th Annual Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K in Idaho. Join us Sunday, October 5, 2025 at the beautiful Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park, Shelter A, in Meridian, Idaho. The Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park is a […]
Ready, set, go! It’s time to get your walking or running shoes on and plan to participate in UOAA’s 3rd Annual Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K in Rogers, Arkansas on Saturday, October 11th, 2025. This 5k Fun Run and Kids Fun Run/Dash will be held at The Railyard Bike Park located at 299 E. Cherry […]
WOC This Way: Lead with Competence, Compassion & Courage The New England Region of the Wound, Ostomy & Continence Nursing Society is the local affiliate for Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, […]
This fall, as South Asian holidays kick into gear, the South Asian IBD Alliance (SAIA) recognizes that cultural immersion is key to understanding the importance of the work that SAIA does for the global IBD community. You are invited to join SAIA for a commemoration of Heritage, Mentorship & Leadership in IBD. This special event […]
Growing Together: Advancing Knowledge, Innovation and Collaboration in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nursing The 2025 Northeast Region (NER) of the WOCN Society regional conference brings together WOCN® members to collaborate for a 3-day long educational event. The event will take place on November 13-15, 2025 at Hershey Lodge in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The educational program is […]
The South Palm Beach County Ostomy Support Group is making arrangements for their 3rd Annual 'Ostomy' Group Cruise on Celebrity Summit through Victor Voyages. This 5-night cruise will be departing out of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida on Saturday, December 13th. The cruise will include stops in Key West, Florida and Bimini, Bahamas, with 2 days at […]
Mission: To provide a safe, affirming, and supportive space for LGBTQ+ individuals living with ostomies — education, and empowerment through shared experience. We strive to celebrate diversity, promote body positivity, […]
Body image can be tricky, but it doesn’t have to hold you back. In this talk, we will talk about the ups and downs of body image and how to feel good in your own skin, ostomy and all. I’ll share real stories, practical tips, and a few laughs to remind you that you’re not alone in this.
Join Fight CRC as they welcome the colorectal cancer community to rally together at their United in Blue installation before their Hill Day meetings start. The event will start on March 1st with the United in Blue Flag Installation on the National Mall, along with a Resource Expo. There will be a Call-on Congress Training […]
The 2026 Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network (BCAN) Spring Bladder Cancer Summit for Patients and Families Our Baltimore Summit will bring together patients and caregivers at every stage of the bladder cancer journey to see old friends, meet new ones, and learn from leading medical experts. It will offer practical tools to help you thrive—whether it’s […]
CHECK IT. TREAT IT. BEAT IT. Stephanie Crawford, the found of New Beginnings: Living with an Ostomy, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering and supporting individuals with ostomies, is […]
SMALL STEPS BIG IMPACT: THE HEART OF WOC NURSING The Midwest Chapter of WOCN is pleased to announce the Northern Illinois Community Day of Education will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at Bobak's Signature Events in Woodridge, Illinois. This is an opportunity for WOC nurses to learn more about wound, ostomy and incontinence […]
Join UOAA Advocacy for the webinar Protecting Access to Ostomy and Catheter Supplies - What CMS Competitive Bidding Could Mean for You This webinar will explain the recent CMS ruling […]
Evidence-Based Excellence! The American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons (ASCSR) 2026 Annual Scientific Meeting will be held from May 9-12, 2026 at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida. The purpose of the Annual Scientific Meeting is to ensure high-quality patient care by advancing the science through research and education for prevention and management […]
Inspired Practice. Future-Ready Care. WOCNext is an annual event hosted by The Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society™ (WOCN®) that educates and inspires healthcare professionals from around the world on what’s new, what’s needed, and what’s next in wound, ostomy, continence, foot and nail care. Join us Sunday, May 31 thru Tuesday, June 2, 2026, […]
Join UOAA and Speaker Dr. Rebecca Bryan for a practical, strengths-based session focused on communication, emotional safety, and collaborative problem-solving in ostomy care.
Pilates, wellness & waterfront views at Boston’s iconic Tall Ship. Join us for an elevated experience supporting United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA). You're invited to join Ashley Marrama with We Close Deals for Aligned & Anchored: A Pilates Event for a Cause, an elevated wellness experience bringing together movement, community, and giving back in […]
Youth Rally is a one-of-a-kind camp experience for youth living with conditions of the bowel and/or bladder system. This year's Youth Rally will be held at the University of Colorado in Boulder, Colorado from July 6-11, 2026. Registration is now open. CLICK HERE to learn more and secure your spot today!
The Oley Foundation, a national non-profit home nutrition support community and advocacy group, invites you to attend their annual education conference "Oley 2026: Infusing HOPE Is In Our Hands". This […]