Meet Laura Cox! In this video, Shield HealthCare's Ostomy Lifestyle Specialist is interviewed by our Spinal Cord Injury Lifestyle Specialist, Aaron Baker.
I wanted to know what accessories should be used when starting to drive or ride in a car, since the stoma and seat belt are right next to each other.
There is much to learn when you are new to having an ostomy! Here, 5 common ostomy misconceptions are debunked and resources are given.
Ostomy lifestyle interview with the founder and president of The Intense Intestines Foundation. Brian talks about attitude, expectations and much more.
In this article from Metro.co.uk, learn more about the little boy who melted hearts on the Crohn’s and Colitis UK Facebook page.
In this blog, we discuss exercising with an ostomy and what products can make living an active lifestyle with a stoma easier and worry-free.
Peristomal skin complications (complications with skin around the stoma) are common among ostomates. We talk about characteristics and management.
In this article we discuss what to expect during the pre-surgery visit with a WOC nurse as well as tips on how to prepare yourself for your total colectomy.
We discuss the possible difficulties of being at high elevation and the solutions for these difficulties for high elevation and ostomies.
There are certain supplies you need to make sure you bring to make you comfortable. Here’s a list of suggestions for what to bring to the hospital.