by Stephie Simpson

‘Go Bag’: My Stoma-Leak Emergency Kit

by Stephie Simpson

Unexpected leaks can be a real hassle so you should always be prepared. Stephie tells us what’s in her ‘go bag’ and offers a few suggestions for yours.

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Categories: Tips and Advice

by Lynne Richardson

Dealing With The Hot Weather When You Have A Stoma

by Lynne Richardson

Warm weather can cause several issues for ostomates. Lynne discusses how the heat affects her stoma, and how she’s hoping for a cooler day for her son’s wedding celebrations

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Categories: Common Issues

by SecuriCare Team

Meet The SecuriCare Team: Laura Crosdale

by SecuriCare Team

Colorectal Nurse Specialist, Laura Crosdale, discusses her experience and tells us what her role with SecuriCare and the University Hospitals of Leicester entails.

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Categories: SecuriCare

by Michelle Williams

Body Image After Pregnancy And A Stoma

by Michelle Williams

Body image is tricky enough without the double whammy of pregnancy and a stoma bag – Sonikmummy shares her experience

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Categories: Parenting

by Billie Anderson

My Entirely Normal Life With A Stoma

by Billie Anderson

Billie had her colon removed and is finally living a normal life. Here she discusses what life was like for her pre-surgery and why she’s happy to be ‘one organ down’.

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Categories: Tips and Advice