Planning a spring getaway? If you have a #stoma, you can fly with confidence. Our You Can Fly guide is packed with practical tips to help you feel prepared at every stage of your journey. Download the guide: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/you-can-fly/#stoma #stomaaware

How do you obtain your stoma supplies? Is there a cost associated? Who do you give your prescription to? All these questions and more are covered on our website: http://ow.ly/PZ6Z50IgRkh #StomaAware #Stoma

Could you be our next winner? Play the Colostomy UK lottery today to be in with a chance to win big while also giving back! £25,000 jackpot & weekly cash prizes! Just £1 to enter & 50p goes directly to us. Play now & support our work https://ow.ly/JQZi50WnBCA #Stoma #StomaAware

Great to see Jenna’s story featured in The Sun. In her interview with us, Jenna shares the reality of living with slow transit constipation for years before having life-changing ileostomy surgery. https://www.colostomyuk.org/blog/jennas-story/

What is ‘Barbie Butt’ surgery – and why do some people need it? Read Jo’s Diary about recovery after proctectomy surgery (barbie butt): https://ow.ly/W4Y350YshO6 Jo's story is lived in experience. If you need support or advice, please call us: 0800 328 4257.

Take a look at our stoma-friendly toilet venues across the UK on our website! There's over 750 venues and growing! Facilities like hooks, shelves, bins & full-length mirrors – small changes that make a big difference for people living with a #stoma: https://ow.ly/z87b50YefKg

Having a clear out? Donate your unwanted clothes & household items to raise funds for Colostomy UK 💜 Free collection via https://ow.ly/PGcb50XgZtp 0344 879 4417 https://ow.ly/FFps50XgZto #Stoma #StomaAware #icollectclothes

After a 14 year struggle with Ulcerative Colitis Emma underwent stoma surgery in June of last year. There is still plenty of time to register and become part of a group of incredible fundraisers supporting our charity. Join Emma: https://www.colostomyuk.org/get-involved/active-april/

Happy Easter from all of us at Colostomy UK! 🐣 We hope everyone has a wonderful day surrounded by friends and family 🍫 #easter #stoma #easteregg #eastersunday

50,000 people are diagnosed with bowel cancer in the UK each year, and 4,000+ also face stoma surgery. 💌 This #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth, help us be there by supporting Step Up For Stomas - Active April. Support our campaign by taking part or donating: https://ow.ly/P25f50YtozN

After surviving #bowelcancer & adapting to life with a #stoma, Tom Plater is taking on 252 miles to prove that resilience doesn’t end with diagnosis - it begins there. He’s raising funds to support those living with a stoma: https://ow.ly/qlgN50YrgNf#bowelcancer

When is our stoma helpline open over #Easter? Open as usual! Whether you're looking for practical or emotional support, or just want someone to listen, you can call #stoma helpline on 0800 328 4257 to speak to one of our trained volunteers 💜 #support #colostomy #urostomy #ileostomy

Worried about how your stoma might affect your current or future relationships? Explore guidance and support here: https://ow.ly/SjHo50WyEWH #Stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware #ColostomyUK

It's no April Fool... Step Up for Stomas, Active April really does start today! No need to panic, there is still time to sign up and take part, to become part of our incredible fundraising community raising vital funds to support our work. Register Today: colostomyuk.org/get-involved/active-april/

Do you experience blockages? if so, unfortunately you're not alone. It's one of the top-viewed pages on our website. Check out our guidance for lots of hints and tips to help you. https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-problems/stoma-blockage/ #stoma #stomaaware

Emily Hackworthy's beautiful and striking 'outline body' prints representing double #ostomates are available from our online shop: https://colostomyuk.bigcartel.com/#ostomatesEmily is kindly donating the proceeds to Colostomy UK. #StomaAware #Stoma #urostomy #colostomy #colostomyuk #ilestomy

Good skin care is a crucial part of any #stoma care routine. It will help maintain healthy skin around your #stoma and assist in successful stoma bag adhesion. Visit: https://ow.ly/QH8X50YefEa This is Katie who talks about her experience with a sore skin: https://ow.ly/joUY50YefE8

When Catherine saw our Step Up for Stomas, Active April campaign she jumped at the chance to raise vital funds and awareness, especially for children and young people living with a stoma like her daughter. Sign up today: https://www.colostomyuk.org/get-involved/active-april/

Could you be our next winner? Play the Colostomy UK lottery today to be in with a chance to win big while also giving back! £25,000 jackpot & weekly cash prizes! Just £1 to enter & 50p goes directly to us. Play now & support our work https://ow.ly/JQZi50WnBCA #Stoma #StomaAware

Listen to Jenna on Beverley FM talking about her experience of living with a stoma, and why stoma friendly toilets matter: https://youtu.be/j_5faeU5nSg?si=iW1P-27m8bEipdvK https://www.colostomyuk.org/campaigns/ Please note: Colostomy UK does not offer counselling and this is Jenna's own experience.

Living with a urostomy comes with a learning curve. Oour latest blog shares 10 top urostomy tips and tricks from real-life experience to help make day-to-day life that bit easier. Read more: https://www.colostomyuk.org/blog/top-ten-urostomy-tips-and-tricks/ #stoma #stomaaware #urostomy

Edward Mountain secures a lasting legacy for Stoma-Friendly Accessible Toilets! Great progress in our campaign to make accessible toilets better for people living with a stoma — from NHS Highland to the Scottish Parliament: https://ow.ly/hofU50YzeM5 🎥 https://ow.ly/yAWF50YzeM6

Are you Experiencing rectal discharge? If so you're not alone. For information and advice, take a look at our downloadable resources: https://ow.ly/MmxP50YiJPA You can also speak to one of our trained volunteers on 0800 328 4527 for support #stoma #Stoma101 #stomaaware

This April, David is stepping up for people living with a stoma by taking on our Step Up for Stomas, Active April challenge. Join David this April and take on the challenge for the 55 people who undergo stoma surgery every day in the UK: https://www.colostomyuk.org/get-involved/active-april/

We’re on a mission to make stomas better understood, reduce stigma, and support those living with them. Our #StomaAware campaign is packed with initiatives to drive change. Find out more and get involved https://ow.ly/6ul350Y4JIC#StomaAware#stoma #colostomy #urostomy #ileostomy #stomaaware

After surviving #bowelcancer & adapting to life with a #stoma, Tom Plater is taking on 252 miles to prove that resilience doesn’t end with diagnosis - it begins there. He’s raising funds to support those living with a stoma: https://ow.ly/XBY250Yn1Jb#bowelcancer

Research shows that between 50 to 70 percent of #ostomates will develop a Parastomal Hernia. Our website has answers to the questions above http://ow.ly/l2qJ50OgPGr This is Sophie who talks about her own experience with a Parastomal Hernia. Full video: https://youtu.be/l_LXtIa8afg

Our Colostomy UK dog Lily is ready to Step up for Stomas, Active April! Join Lily and this April and take on the challenge for the 55 people who undergo #stoma surgery every day in the UK. Find out more over our website: https://www.colostomyuk.org/get-involved/active-april/

Want to meet others who understand life with a stoma? Find a support group near you: http://www.colostomyuk.org/support-groups/ #support #stoma #colostomy #urostomy #ileostomy #stomaaware

We've added 462 Morrisons UK stores to our stoma-friendly toilet finder on our website! There's 1250 venues and growing! Facilities like hooks, shelves, bins & full-length mirrors – small changes that make a big difference for people living with a #stoma: https://ow.ly/AmWi50YefJl

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#Stoma #StomaAware

Looking for inspiration for Active April? Look no further than some of our amazing supporters who are already taking part, raising funds for the 55 people who undergo stoma surgery every day in the UK. Register today: colostomyuk.org/get-involved/active-april/ #stoma #stomaaware #activeapril

Our #Stoma helpline is open 365 days a year on 0800 328 4257 📞 or try our live chat: colostomyuk.org#Stoma If you're looking for practical or emotional support, or just want someone to listen, call one of our trained volunteers anytime 💜

It’s Merch Monday! Show your support for Colostomy UK and help us continue supporting everyone living with a stoma. Grab yours today: https://colostomyuk.bigcartel.com/ #stoma #stomaaware

This April, Jessica and Jax are stepping up for people living with a stoma by taking on our Step Up for Stomas, Active April challenge. They both have a stoma themselves, and they know first-hand how important confidence, support and community can be: https://ow.ly/iGON50Yi6zv

Could you be our next winner? Play the Colostomy UK lottery today to be in with a chance to win big while also giving back! £25,000 jackpot & weekly cash prizes! Just £1 to enter & 50p goes directly to us. Play now & support our work https://ow.ly/JQZi50WnBCA #Stoma #StomaAware

If you're thinking of taking up a new sport but are looking for inspiration, why not check out our top tips! The series currently includes #Football #Swimming #RugbyLeague #Running and #Hiking and they can be viewed on our website: https://ow.ly/vLvH50YgYvK#Football#Swimming#RugbyLeague#Running#Hiking#Stoma #StomaAware

Have your say on Stoma Care. @NHSGGC is recruiting 3 people with experience of Stoma Services in NHS Scotland to join its Local Stoma Forum. Help shape future services. Apply by 28 March: https://link.webropol.com/s/stomaforum2026

Proud that Colostomy UK is a 2026 #GSKIMPACTUK winner, in partnership with The King's Fund#GSKIMPACTUKThis recognises the vital role small charities play in tackling #HealthInequalities and supporting people with complex health conditions. Thanks to GSK, our team, volunteers & community.

Winning charities will receive £40,000 in funding, two places on a free training and development programme and an invitation to join the GSK IMPACT Awards Network. The overall winner will be announced at the awards ceremony on 13 May. Read more: https://bit.ly/4btfK8G

What began as emergency surgery turned into advocacy, workshops, and a mission to change how Japan talks about hidden disability: Full story: https://ow.ly/U3MK50YkhsA Have you lived with a stoma in another country? We’d love to hear about your experience! What surprised you?

Planning a spring getaway? If you have a #stoma, you can fly with confidence. Our You Can Fly guide is packed with practical tips to help you feel prepared at every stage of your journey. Download the guide: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/you-can-fly/#stoma #stomaaware

Want to take part in this year’s Step Up for Stomas Active April but not sure where to start? We are here to help! We are raising funds to represent the 55 stoma surgeries performed every day in the UK. Contact us [email protected] or: https://ow.ly/AskX50Yi687

Sam Has a Stoma and Grandma’s New Bottom have been created to help young children become familiar with #stoma surgery. Grandma’s New Bottom: https://ow.ly/HrrY50Ya6me Sam has a stoma: https://ow.ly/MKHw50Ya6mf

Having a clear out? Donate your unwanted clothes & household items to raise funds for Colostomy UK 💜 Free collection via https://ow.ly/PGcb50XgZtp 0344 879 4417 https://ow.ly/FFps50XgZto #Stoma #StomaAware #icollectclothes

Take a look at our stoma-friendly toilet venues across the UK on our website! There's over 750 venues and growing! Facilities like hooks, shelves, bins & full-length mirrors – small changes that make a big difference for people living with a #stoma: https://ow.ly/z87b50YefKg

Only 2 days to go! Join us for this practical and informative free webinar where we’ll help you understand why skin issues happen and, most importantly, what you can do to prevent them. In partnership with Medicareplus. Sign up here: https://ow.ly/RVMk50YpxmE #Medicareplus

#internationalwomensday. This year’s theme, Give to Gain. We’re celebrating women like Adele Roberts, Mollie Pearce, Louise Thompson and Tracey Emin - who challenge stigma and create conversations around stomas. Read the full story: https://www.colostomyuk.org/international-womens-day-2026/

Would you like to be in with a chance to receive a FREE Step Up for Stomas, Active April t-shirt? Become one of the first 30 people to take part in and raise £55 or more this Active April and receive your free t-shirt: https://www.colostomyuk.org/get-involved/active-april/

No-one should have to worry about going to the toilet when making everyday journeys. How we design loos can have a huge impact on who feels confident about travelling. Find out more about the campaign and simple ways you can help: www.colostomyuk.org/campaigns/to...