To commemorate the 10th anniversary, UOAA is organizing a joint effort across the United States! Help shine a positive light on ostomy surgery and go “live” on your own at 7:00PM EDT on October 3rd with people all across the United States. Hit the “live” button on your personal social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram or TikTok) to shine a light on yourself and tell everyone how your ostomy saved your life or that of a loved one. If you are a medical professional, share how your work helps save lives.

Need to work up the courage to “Go Live” or would rather just listen? Join OAD Champion Robin Brown at 6:30 EDT on UOAA’s Facebook Page for a special Q&A.

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(e.g., here’s a graphic for your profile photo) How many years have you been alive because of your ostomy surgery? Share your stomaversary and how this surgery saved your life. It’s also a chance to share your stoma’s name if it has one.

• Share Your Photos/Video Taking part in the Run for Resilience? Celebrating with your support group? Tell us why your ostomy is your life-saver. Share your photos with us to be featured. Email ed.pfueller@ostomy.org or Tag us on (Facebook @uoaainc  Instagram @uoaa_ or Twitter @uoaa

Hashtags: #OstomyDay2020 #OstomiesAreLifesavers”

Even if you don’t want to run or walk please consider supporting a team or fundraiser working hard to achieve their goals. You can still start a team or fundraiser and participate in our 7th annual Run for Resilience Ostomy 5k. This year our local Ostomy 5k events will be held virtually along with our annual worldwide virtual Run/Walk, so you can walk, run or roll in your favorite place or at home. Visit www.ostomy5k.org to register or donate for one of these events. This year’s 10th Anniversary Ostomy Awareness Day t-shirt is SOLD OUT but we can still email you a race bib so you can tell the world #OstomiesAreLife-Savers.

An important effort anyone can do is to get your Federal, State or Local elected officials to pass a proclamation! Take action online here or use our 2020 Ostomy Awareness Day Proclamation

From Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation: Join us at 12 p.m. ET on October 3 for a special Facebook Live in partnership with the United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA). We’ll be discussing all things ostomy and awareness related with Gina Day, BSN, RN, CWON, and IBD patients Chealynn Feaster and Ryan Van Voorhis. Watch the chat live: www.facebook.com/ccfafb.

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Hollister is proud to stand with the entire ostomy community in celebration of the 10^th anniversary of Ostomy Awareness Day. Share the strength of your own voice and get ready for an unforgettable virtual experience!

• Cook with Chefs of Nude Dude Food™ – Join us for a virtual cooking class on Saturday, October 3rd. Register today to connect with others in the community and cook a delicious meal!
• Share Your Voice – Share your words of encouragement and we’ll create a unique social card that you can share with your community. Learn more.
• Show Off Your Stoma Sticker – Order your free sticker and share your #OstomateVoices by personalizing your next Instagram or Facebook Stories with the Hollister “Ostomate Voices” digital stickers. It’s easy – search “Ostomate Voices” in the GIF library when creating a Story and you’ll find the whole collection, including a UOAA lifesaver and Stoma Sticker!

For more ways to get involved, raise awareness, and show support, visit the Hollister website.

Coloplast is proud to be a part of the effort to build awareness that ostomies are lifesavers, visit our website to request a free sticker for OAD and join our contest for an opportunity to win some swag! We can’t wait to run/walk with you on October 03! Make sure to follow us on Instagram @coloplast.us for updates leading up to the event!

Show your support for Ostomy Awareness Day on Saturday, October 3, 2020 by purchasing and wearing this limited-edition Ostomy Awareness Day T-Shirt. 100% of shirt proceeds will be donated to the UOAA (United Ostomy Association of America Inc.). So whether you’re living with an ostomy or a loving supporter of persons living with an ostomy, grab your shirt, grab your camera and snap a selfie. Then, share it on social media using the hashtags #OstomyDay2020 #OstomiesAreLifesavers. Ostomies are lifesavers!

The Ostomy Awareness Day t-shirt is available in limited quantities for a limited time. Get yours while supplies last…just in time to celebrate!

Games, giveaways, and good fun – we’re having a tailgate party! Help us celebrate Ostomy Awareness Day on Saturday 10/3 at 4pm EST for an afternoon of fun! Join our stoma bingo game, participate in a scavenger hunt, and don’t forget to bring the event mocktail to sip as we listen to a surprise announcement from 11 Health!

Did we mention there will be prizes, a grand raffle, and a virtual goody bag from some of our favorite sponsors for anyone who attends?

This will be an event you won’t want to miss! Register here today https://www.11health.com/ostomyday/