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Facts About Ostomy Reversals

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Colorectal Cancer: Be informed if you are a candidate for an ostomy reversal    By Joanna Burgess-Stocks, BSN, RN, CWOCN   Not everyone who has an ostomy as a result of colorectal cancer and other diseases will have the…

How Stephanie Urzi is Raising Awareness

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Stephanie shown here with the proclamations she had declared for Ostomy Awareness Day in 2016. (Left side proclamation is from Governor Chris Christie for the State of New Jersey; Right proclamation is from the NJ Ocean County Board of Chosen…

Annie Gammell’s Story

My colostomy story began when, at age 56, I discovered that I had late-stage colorectal cancer.  A large tumor was discovered during my first colonoscopy, and it was cancerous.  Thus began a long journey that eventually led to colostomy surgery…

Tricia Hottenstein’s Story

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Saying that my ostomy gave me my life back is not an understatement. I don't think I have ever felt better in my entire life. I was diagnosed with Crohn's when I was 15 and in the 12 years I suffered before having surgery, I never once achieved…

Ray Elvey’s Story

I had ulcerative colitis that was unresponsive to any treatments including remicade infusions. In January of 2006 I had ostomy surgery. My first comment was “It is so quiet down there.” After three horrible years my life was given back…

Swim Confidently with an Ostomy

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After healing from ostomy surgery, people of all ages and types enjoy swimming, surfing scuba diving or just relaxing in a hot tub. We understand the anxiety from worrying about leaks can keep some people out of the pool. There are no ostomy…

The 5th Annual Durham, NC Ostomy 5k

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The 5th Annual Run For Resilience Ostomy 5k will be held on Saturday, October 6, 2018.  All proceeds benefit the United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc (UOAA) charity, a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are tax deductible. Registration…

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