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Inform Yourself about Ostomies

Learn about ostomies is one in a series that make up our OstomyLife Roundtable Discussion Webinar. Our webinar was moderated by Laura Cox.

Aimee Sharp
Ostomies Can Change Life

Ostomies Can Change Life for the Better

This article is one in a series that make up the transcript of our OstomyLife Roundtable Discussion Webinar. Our webinar was moderated by Laura Cox.

Aimee Sharp
Ostomy Surgery

So You’re Getting Ostomy Surgery …

Laura Cox spoke with three other ostomates about their experience before the had ostomy surgery and to speak about their recovery.

Aimee Sharp
Ostomy Diet Tips

Ostomy Diet Tips for the Holidays

Shield HealthCare discusses ostomy diet tips for the holiday season. In this article we talk about avoiding dietary issues while celebrating the season.

Laura Cox, LPC
Travel with an Ostomy

Travel with an Ostomy – Holiday Edition

Shield HealthCare's Ostomy Lifestyle Specialist shares tips for traveling. Travel with an ostomy doesn't have to be stressful if you're well prepared!

Laura Cox, LPC
Ostomy Education

Video: OstomyLife Roundtable Discussion Webinar

In this OstomyLife webinar, Laura Cox, our Ostomy Lifestyle Specialist, discusses various topics related to having an ostomy and ostomy education.

Aimee Sharp
World Ostomy Day

World Ostomy Day 2015

Shield HealthCare celebrated World Ostomy Day 2015 with a Wanna Wear One Campaign! See how our employees felt about wearing an ostomy!

Laura Cox, LPC
ostomy discussion

OstomyLife Roundtable Discussion Webinar with Laura Cox & Special Guests

4 leaders in the ostomy community answer questions & support new ostomates, as well as providing insight for health care professionals.

Laura Cox, LPC
Restroom Access Act

The Restroom Access Act – Ally’s Law

The Restroom Access Act, also known as Ally's Law, is passed in 14 states and allows people to have access to "employee only" restrooms. Learn more.

Laura Cox, LPC
Ostomy Surgery Recovery

Ostomy Surgery Recovery

Suggestions for lifestyle, diet, and attitude for ostomy surgery recovery. Shield HealthCare shares concise tips to assist in recovery. 

Laura Cox, LPC
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I had emergency ostomy surgery last march. I have a peristomal hernia the size of a breast. Is that normal?|I had emergency ostomy surgery last march. I have a peristomal hernia the size of a breast. Is that normal?
Manny
Unfortunately, hernias can often occur following ostomy surgery.
 
We definitely recommend speaking to your surgeon about the issue, but additionally ...