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!
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 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 […]
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.
