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September- The Month of New Beginnings
September brings new starts for many people and change can be daunting. In this blog, we give you tips on adjusting to new routines, from looking after your mental health to stocking up on supplies.
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Stoma Care Nurse Says: Let’s Talk About Sex And Stomas
Sex with a stoma is a topic that many find difficult to discuss with their Stoma Care Nurse, but they shouldn’t. Sex is natural and if you have concerns, you may benefit from speaking to your nurse or reading this blog in the meantime.
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How UltraFrame Helps Me With Stoma Bag Leaks
"I’m not being paid to say this. I genuinely use and love the hell out of these Avenger style flange extenders”. Michelle’s worries of stoma bag leaks disappeared with the help of UltraFrame, the world’s thinnest flange extenders.
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Sustainability and Ostomy - what can I do?
Is it possible to be 'green' as an ostomate? What steps can we all take towards our shared responsibilities and what are businesses, such as SecuriCare doing to be sustainable?
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Preparing For IVF With A Stoma
Jen has a stoma and wants to have a baby! Over the next year, she’s making lifestyle changes to prepare her body for IVF treatment. Find out more in her blog…
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Emergency Stoma Surgery: What I Wish I Had Known
It’s hard to know what to expect when facing stoma surgery, especially if you don’t have enough time to research beforehand. Sarah has shared some things she wishes she’d known before her stoma formation operation.
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