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ColostomyUK @ColostomyUK

Charity that SUPPORTS and EMPOWERS people living with a #stoma.Your voice on the bigger issues; campaigning, & running projects. #StomaAware @TeamColostomyUK

Joined November 2014
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ColostomyUK@ColostomyUK
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Staying active after #stoma surgery can feel daunting, but movement and exercise can play an important role in recovery and confidence. Join our free #webinar in partnership with @SecuriCareHDS & @CliniMedLtd. Wednesday 1 July - 1pm–2pm. Book now: portal.colostomyuk.org/civic…
Staying active after stoma surgery can feel daunting, but movement and exercise can play an important role in recovery and confidence. Join our free webinar in partnership with SecuriCare and Clinimed exploring exercise, core strength and rebuilding confidence when living with a stoma. 📅 Wednesday 1 July ⏰ 1pm–2pm 💻 Online via Microsoft Teams You’ll hear from healthcare professionals and someone with lived experience, with time for questions at the end.

ALT Staying active after stoma surgery can feel daunting, but movement and exercise can play an important role in recovery and confidence. Join our free webinar in partnership with SecuriCare and Clinimed exploring exercise, core strength and rebuilding confidence when living with a stoma. 📅 Wednesday 1 July ⏰ 1pm–2pm 💻 Online via Microsoft Teams You’ll hear from healthcare professionals and someone with lived experience, with time for questions at the end.
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What’s it really like attending football matches with a stoma? Nigel shares his personal journey of living with a stoma, from managing Crohn’s & surgery to becoming an advocate for stoma friendly toilets in football stadiums. ow.ly/rIYe50ZaZYC video: ow.ly/PFu050ZaZYF
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We are Colostomy UK. We're a vibrant and dedicated group of people who work tirelessly to support the #stoma community. You can read all about our purpose and the values that guide us here: colostomyuk.org/about-us/ #Stoma #StomaAware
We are Colostomy UK. We're a vibrant and dedicated group of people who work tirelessly to support the #stoma community. You can read all about our purpose and the values that guide us here: https://www.colostomyuk.org/about-us/ #Stoma #StomaAware

ALT We are Colostomy UK. We're a vibrant and dedicated group of people who work tirelessly to support the #stoma community. You can read all about our purpose and the values that guide us here: https://www.colostomyuk.org/about-us/ #Stoma #StomaAware
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National Carer’s Week 8–14 June, we’re sharing Ellie’s story of caring for her grandad. After a life-changing cancer diagnosis & emergency surgery, David was given a permanent ileostomy. Their story is a reminder of the vital role unpaid carers play: ow.ly/h1Xh50YZtxB
National Carer’s Week 8–14 June, we’re sharing Ellie’s story of caring for her grandad. After a life-changing cancer diagnosis & emergency surgery, David was given a permanent ileostomy. Their story is a reminder of the vital role unpaid carers play: colostomyuk.org/national-carers-week-2026-ellie-david

ALT National Carer’s Week 8–14 June, we’re sharing Ellie’s story of caring for her grandad. After a life-changing cancer diagnosis & emergency surgery, David was given a permanent ileostomy. Their story is a reminder of the vital role unpaid carers play: colostomyuk.org/national-carers-week-2026-ellie-david
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This week is #DiabetesWeek Living with diabetes and a stoma may mean that your dietary needs are different This article aims to help you maintain a healthy diet when living with diabetes & a stoma: colostomyuk.org/information/… Keith talks about his own experience - stoma and diabetes
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Bodybuilder Mat Dean thought he was in the best shape of his life when ongoing bowel problems led to a life changing cancer diagnosis. Read full story on our website: colostomyuk.org/mat-dean-min…
Bodybuilder Mat Dean thought he was in the best shape of his life when ongoing bowel problems led to a life changing cancer diagnosis. After emergency surgery, chemotherapy, multiple operations, and adjusting to life with both a colostomy and urostomy, Mat slowly rebuilt his strength both physically and mentally. Now back competing in bodybuilding competitions, Mat shares his powerful story of resilience, recovery, and learning to accept his body again.

ALT Bodybuilder Mat Dean thought he was in the best shape of his life when ongoing bowel problems led to a life changing cancer diagnosis. After emergency surgery, chemotherapy, multiple operations, and adjusting to life with both a colostomy and urostomy, Mat slowly rebuilt his strength both physically and mentally. Now back competing in bodybuilding competitions, Mat shares his powerful story of resilience, recovery, and learning to accept his body again.
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💙 National Carers Week | 8–14 June To mark #CarersWeek2026, we're offering our CPD-accredited Stoma Care Workshop free to anyone providing unpaid support to someone with a stoma. 📅 16 June | 18:00–19:30 📅 13 October | 13:00–14:30 colostomyuk.org/support/cari…
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Staying active after #stoma surgery can feel daunting, but movement and exercise can play an important role in recovery and confidence. Join our free #webinar in partnership with @SecuriCareHDS & @CliniMedLtd. Wednesday 1 July - 1pm–2pm. Book now: portal.colostomyuk.org/civic…
Staying active after stoma surgery can feel daunting, but movement and exercise can play an important role in recovery and confidence. Join our free webinar in partnership with SecuriCare and Clinimed exploring exercise, core strength and rebuilding confidence when living with a stoma. 📅 Wednesday 1 July ⏰ 1pm–2pm 💻 Online via Microsoft Teams You’ll hear from healthcare professionals and someone with lived experience, with time for questions at the end.

ALT Staying active after stoma surgery can feel daunting, but movement and exercise can play an important role in recovery and confidence. Join our free webinar in partnership with SecuriCare and Clinimed exploring exercise, core strength and rebuilding confidence when living with a stoma. 📅 Wednesday 1 July ⏰ 1pm–2pm 💻 Online via Microsoft Teams You’ll hear from healthcare professionals and someone with lived experience, with time for questions at the end.
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This week is #DiabetesWeek - Living with diabetes and a stoma may mean that your dietary needs are different. This article, written by stoma nurse, Tammy Temple, aims to help you maintain a healthy diet when living with both diabetes and a stoma: ow.ly/HkpN50Z46ry
This week is #DiabetesWeek Living with diabetes and a stoma may mean that your dietary needs are different. This article, written by stoma nurse, Tammy Temple, aims to help you maintain a healthy diet when living with both diabetes and a stoma 👉 https://ow.ly/Ofk050U79qw

ALT This week is #DiabetesWeek Living with diabetes and a stoma may mean that your dietary needs are different. This article, written by stoma nurse, Tammy Temple, aims to help you maintain a healthy diet when living with both diabetes and a stoma 👉 https://ow.ly/Ofk050U79qw

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Team Colostomy UK@TeamColostomyUK
Jun 8
Skipper @turner_m91 shares his thoughts on our journey so far, straight after the final whistle on Saturday. 🥹 #upthepurps💜 #stomaaware #rugbyleague
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Team Colostomy UK@TeamColostomyUK
Jun 7
Thanks so much to our friends at @WTComFoundation for a great game of @WheelchairRL today and brilliant weekend. See you all soon! 🤝 #upthepurps💜 #rugbyleague #stomaaware #upthetrin
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Team Colostomy UK@TeamColostomyUK
Jun 7
Massive thanks to everyone at @wtrinityrl @wtcomfoundation for being such great hosts and letting us be a part of your inclusion round. We loved every minute of it 🤝 A huge thanks especially to @_jackpemberton for all your help and for being such a great friend of the Purps. #upthePurps💜 #upthetrin
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Team Colostomy UK@TeamColostomyUK
Jun 7
Here's our lineup for today's game. Kick off is minutes away! #upthepurps💜 #rugbyleague #stomaaware #upthetrin 
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As Volunteers’ Week comes to a close, thank you to every Colostomy UK volunteer 💙 It costs around £500 to recruit, train and support each volunteer, but the impact they make is priceless. Inspired by their stories? Donate today: colostomyuk.org/donate/
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Meet Jasmine, one of our inspiring volunteers. Volunteers play a vital role in helping people affected by stoma surgery feel supported, understood and less alone. If you’d like to support people living with a stoma, we’d love to hear from you.Find out more:ow.ly/FrZ050Z5cVw
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Team Colostomy UK@TeamColostomyUK
Jun 7
It's game day again! And today we're heading to Outwood Academy, Freeston for a Wheelchair Rugby League friendly with the @wtcomfoundation Development team. We kick off at 12.30pm and admission is free. Hope to see you there! #upthepurps💜 #rugbyleague #stomaaware
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Team Colostomy UK@TeamColostomyUK
Jun 6
Here's how we lined up for today's historic Super League curtain raiser. 💪 #upthepurps💜 #rugbyleague #stomaaware #upthetrin
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Team Colostomy UK@TeamColostomyUK
Jun 6
Huge thanks to @WTComFoundation and @wtrinityrl for hosting us today. We had a ball! 😁 #upthepurps💜 #rugbyleague #stomaaware
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Diet can be a bit of a minefield for many people living with a #Stoma, so why not check out all our guidance, hints and tips to make your output a little easier: ow.ly/BRSq50Z2iws or call us on: 0800 328 4257 for support and advice. Video: ow.ly/yXPc50Z2iwr

Diet - Colostomy UK

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Meet Isobel, one of our Helpline volunteers. She has lived with a stoma for 16 years and supports others through her lived experience. This Volunteers’ Week, we’re celebrating our volunteers and the difference they make every day. Thank you: ow.ly/NZ0b50Z66aP
Meet Isobel, one of our wonderful Helpline volunteers. Isobel has been living with a stoma for 16 years and is passionate about supporting people living with a stoma. Interested in volunteering? Find out more: https://www.colostomyuk.org/get-involved/become-a-volunteer

ALT Meet Isobel, one of our wonderful Helpline volunteers. Isobel has been living with a stoma for 16 years and is passionate about supporting people living with a stoma. Interested in volunteering? Find out more: https://www.colostomyuk.org/get-involved/become-a-volunteer
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Team Colostomy UK@TeamColostomyUK
Jun 6
It's game day! We're heading to the @DIY_Kitchens Stadium to face the @wtcomfoundation PDRL team. We kick off at 2.45pm with Wakefield v Hull KR following at 4.30pm. Hope to see you there! #upthepurps💜 #rugbyleague #stomaaware
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