The Quality Life Association (QLA) is a volunteer based non-profit group committed to meeting the needs of individuals who have a Continent Ostomy, or are considering an intestinal diversion. QLA’s annual educational conference, held in an environment of sharing and learning, will be held in-person this year in Fort McDowell, Arizona from September 29-October 1, 2022. CLICK HERE to learn more about the conference location, more details and the agenda to follow!
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The Quality Life Association (QLA) is a volunteer based non-profit group committed to meeting the needs of individuals who have a Continent Ostomy, or are considering an intestinal diversion. QLA’s annual educational conference, held in an environment of sharing and learning, will be held in-person this year in Clearwater, Florida from August 19 – 21, 2021. CLICK HERE for complete details on the agenda, hotel and pricing, and register today!
Quality Life Association (QLA) is a non-profit nationwide association aimed at meeting the special needs of the continent ostomate and to educate others on the latest advances in ostomy options. Their 33rd annual conference will be held in Clearwater Beach, FL on September 6 – 8, 2018. CLICK HERE to learn more about QLA. Additional conference information is forthcoming.
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United Ostomy Associations of America
P.O. Box 525
Kennebunk, ME 04043-0525
Call us toll-free at: 1-800-826-0826.
Our Information Line hours are Monday-Friday, 9am to 3pm (Wednesday until 2pm) 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.
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UOAA is the leading organization proactively advocating on behalf of the ostomy community. Recognizing that we are always stronger together, we encourage everyone to get involved by joining our Advocacy Network. We’ve also created several Advocacy Tools and Resources to help you successfully advocate on behalf of the ostomy community to ensure every ostomate receives quality care.
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