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17 April, 2019
Michael Valentin has been through a lot for a 19 year old.
In February last year he grabbed the world’s attention when after his fourth win as a professional boxer he pulled his shorts down to reveal he has a stoma.
This weekend he’s back in the ring and we’re proud to reveal he’ll be fighting as the latest member of Team Colostomy UK
17 April, 2019
My name is Ollie, I’m 36 years old and in December 2018 I had a Hartmann’s procedure colostomy.
I’ve always been keen on sport. At the end of March I ran my first 5K race since my surgery. It was a bit of a landmark as it took place exactly one year on from the start of my health issues which led to me needing a stoma. It was my stoma (who I call Steve) who put an end to them…..
13 April, 2019
Swimming is considered to be one of the best forms of excercise as it works out every part of your body whilst putting minimum strain on your muscles. It is also however, a major source of anxiety for most ostomates who may worry about leakage or people noticing their bag. Here are some simple tips to take in order feel more comfortable taking a dip.
12 April, 2019
Paul Anderson played five times for England and ten for Great Britain in an illustrious career that brought a string of honours in eight years at Bradford Bulls. Remarkably, all of which were won shortly after ‘Baloo’, as he is known to all in the game, had a colostomy – also known as a stoma
05 April, 2019
Team Colostomy UK’s first Rugby League match this year is fast approaching! On Saturday 20th April we take on the Medway Dragons in a friendly match and anyone is welcome to come along, join in and enjoy the day.
01 April, 2019
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