Connecting Pieces, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals impacted by gastrointestinal disorders, rare diseases, ostomies, and disabilities, is thrilled to announce their inaugural charity event –"Wellness Wears Confidence […]
Ostomate to Raise Awareness at Indiana Car Show! Robert Steffens, who has had IBD since the age of 15 and was diagnosed with colon cancer at the age of 40, has had an ileostomy since April 18, 2020. Although he was scared to have ostomy surgery, he realized that not only did it save his […]
Innovate and Elevate: Shaping the Future of Colorectal Surgery! The American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons (ASCSR) 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting will be held from May 10-13, 2025 at […]
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.
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. In collaboration with the Southeast Chapter of WOCN®, WOCNext 2025 brings exciting updates with a streamlined 3-day format, featuring dynamic learning, essential content, and a relaxing resort setting. Gain knowledge […]
UOAA is pleased to announce that we are holding our first Ostomy Awareness Golf Classic fundraising event! You're invited to join us for this fun-filled day on Monday, June 2, 2025 at the beautiful North Shore Country Club, a private golf course, located in Glen Head, New York. The day will begin at 9:00 AM […]
The Oley Foundation, a national non-profit home nutrition support community and advocacy group, invites you to attend their annual education conference "Oley 2025: Primed & Ready to Grow". This year's conference will take place in Charleston, South Carolina from Tuesday, June 17 to Friday, June 20, 2025. Attending the Oley patient (consumer) education conference can […]
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 San Diego State University in San Diego, California from July 14-19, 2025. Registration is now open. CLICK HERE to learn more and secure your spot today!
Hollister, in partnership with Medical Monks, invites you to attend a Live webinar on Tips for Managing Ostomy Odors and Gas on Thursday, July 17th from 12:30 to 1:15 PM Eastern Time. The webinar will be presented by LeeAnne Hayden, Ostomate, Cancer Survivor, and Podcast Host of The Beautiful Bag Podcast. LeeAnne will share her […]
You're invited to attend UOAA’s 9th National Conference on August 14-16, 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress in Orlando, Florida. Registration is now open! Learn more: https://www.ostomy.org/2025conference/ Programming for all people living with an ostomy (ileostomy, colostomy, urostomy) or continent diversion (j-pouch, urinary diversions, ect.) and their caregivers and medical professionals. What to Expect... […]
The 2025 Digestive Disease National Coalition (DDNC) Annual Fall Forum is taking place Monday, September 15th from 9:30AM to 12PM at 2044 Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, DC and you are cordially invited you to attend! This event will feature legislative and policy updates from congressional champions and key committee staff - with attendance […]
The Rocky Mountain Chapter (RMC) is an affiliate of the national Wound Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN). The RMC serves members from Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Wyoming and Utah. This annual regional conference brings together WOCN® members to collaborate for a three-day educational event. The program is designed to provide evidence-based knowledge of the […]
Call of the WOC! This year's Mid-Atlantic Region of the WOCN Society's Annual Conference will be held on September 26 and 27, 2025 in Williamsburg, Virginia. At the conclusion of the program attendees will be able to: Describe evidence-based practice and multidisciplinary approaches to improve outcomes for patients with wound, ostomy, and continence needs. Promote […]
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 the Worldwide Run For Resilience Virtual Ostomy 5k at your favorite place to Run, Walk, Roll or Pedal this World Ostomy Day (WOD) ~ Saturday, October 4th, 2025. Ask you family, friends, colleagues and members of your support group to join your race team, fundraise or donate to help UOAA and our mission. REGISTER […]
Ready, set, go! It’s time to get your walking or running shoes on and plan to participate in UOAA's 11th Annual Durham, North Carolina Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K on Saturday, October 4th, 2025. This Certified Run/Walk will take participants on the scenic American Tobacco Trail (ATT) over the 1-40 bridge. The out-and-back course will […]
The North Central Chapter of the WOCN Society is excited to extend an invitation to attend an Ostomy Education Day Milwaukee 2025 event on Friday, October 4th from 7:00 AM to 12:30 PM Central Time. This annual education fair is FREE for ostomates! It will be held at the Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital - Mayfair […]
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 New England! Join us Saturday, October 4th, 2025 at Wallis Sands State Park located in Rye Beach, New Hampshire for a family friendly fun event. […]
Ready, set, go! It’s time to get your walking or running shoes on and plan to participate in UOAA's 2nd Annual Downers Grover, IL Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K on Saturday, October 4th, 2025. Join us for this is a family friendly event, which will include 50-yard dash Kids Runs for ages 5 and under, […]
Ready, set, go! It’s time to get your walking or running shoes on and plan to participate in UOAA's 8th Annual Nashville, TN Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K on Saturday, October 4th, 2025. This 5k Timed Run and 1 mile Children's Fun Run will be held at Shelby Bottoms located at Shelby Avenue & S. […]
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.
