If you’ve been on social media or sat down and watched BBC Midlands Today over the last couple of days, you may well have come across the Stoma Squad.

Stoma Stories: Karen tells us about her life pre and post surgery and how she is giving back by fundraising and raising awareness of stomas on social media

There has always been a close relationship between the healthcare profession and charities. But recently this has grown even stronger and, as the president of Colostomy UK, I have never felt prouder.

Are you looking to join a growing charity that makes a real difference to people’s lives? You’re in luck!

We are looking for five enthusiastic and talented individuals to become a part of our team

Saturday 2nd October sees us celebrate our second Stoma Aware day.
We see Stoma Aware day as an opportunity to tell the world what a stoma is, and the challenges people with stomas face every day.
The more society understands the easier it will become for people with stomas to lead fulfilling lives. 

We would like to hear from ostomates about how having a stoma impacts on your day-to-day life in the United Kingdom. We also want to know what you think about Colostomy UK and how well supported you feel by healthcare professionals.