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☀️ The Summer 2026 Journal has landed! ☀️Our latest edition is packed with helpful hints and tips, supplier updates, pol...
17/08/2026

☀️ The Summer 2026 Journal has landed! ☀️

Our latest edition is packed with helpful hints and tips, supplier updates, policy news, and inspiring personal stories from the urostomy community.

This issue shines a light on our exciting new fundraising campaign, helping us continue our vital support for urostomates for years to come.

We're also celebrating incredible stories of urostomates living life to the full - travelling, exercising, fundraising, and pursuing new passions. A huge thank you to Maureen, Hugh and Tia for sharing your journeys and inspiring us all. 💛

📖 Read the Summer Journal here: https://urostomyassociation.org.uk/support-for-you/the-journal/

💛 If you value the Journal and want to help us keep producing this vital resource, please consider making a donation: https://urostomyassociation.org.uk/donate/

Huge thanks to our corporate partners for help making this edition possible, , , , and

Thank you for being part of our community - your support helps ensure no one facing life with a urostomy feels alone.

🌟 Living with a urostomy? You're not alone. 🌟Whether you're just starting your urostomy journey or navigating a new chal...
14/08/2026

🌟 Living with a urostomy? You're not alone. 🌟

Whether you're just starting your urostomy journey or navigating a new challenge further down the line, having trustworthy, jargon-free advice at your fingertips makes all the difference.

That's why our website is packed with free resources to support you at every stage 👇

✅ Reliable advice – from stoma care and managing leakage to travel, work, and social situations
✅ Expert webinars – hear directly from stoma care specialists and fellow urostomates sharing real tips for daily life
✅ Latest news – catch up on past Journal editions and our monthly e-news

Many people tell us these resources are a lifeline, especially in those first few days home from hospital.

Take a browse and find the support you need 💙
🔗 https://urostomyassociation.org.uk/category/resources/

Missed your chance to enter the 2027 before it sold out? We've got you covered.We can access charity places for the Ca...
12/08/2026

Missed your chance to enter the 2027 before it sold out? We've got you covered.

We can access charity places for the Cambridge Half Marathon on Sunday 14th March 2027. And what an inspiring course:

📍 Fast, flat course through the heart of Cambridge
🏛️ Exclusive access through University of Cambridge colleges — breath-taking views you won't normally see
🎶 Live music from local artists and incredible crowd support the whole way round
🙌 Cheered on by dedicated volunteers every step of the route

💰 Reduced entry fee available when you pledge to fundraise for us - take on a brilliant personal challenge while raising vital funds and awareness for the urostomy community.

Whether you're an experienced runner or taking on your first half marathon, this is your chance to run through one of the UK's most beautiful cities while supporting people living with a urostomy.

👉 Secure your space now — https://shorturl.at/uZ8Yd

🏕️ Adventure is still on the map!Living with a urostomy doesn't mean giving up your love of the outdoors. Whether it's p...
11/08/2026

🏕️ Adventure is still on the map!

Living with a urostomy doesn't mean giving up your love of the outdoors. Whether it's pitching a tent, touring in a campervan, or exploring in a caravan, camping is still very much possible – it just takes a little extra planning.

In our latest article, urostomate Ruth Taylor shares how just three and a half months after surgery, she took her first overnight trip in her microcamper and hasn't looked back since. She's sharing her top tips for camping with confidence, from choosing accessible campsites to carrying a discreet change kit.

Plus, we've got advice on preparing your supplies, staying hydrated on the go, and building your confidence one trip at a time.

Ready to rediscover the freedom of the great outdoors?

👉https://urostomyassociation.org.uk/information-pages/camping-with-a-urostomy/

🌄 Sunrise Trek up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) – 27th September 2026 🌄Join a moonlit climb to the summit, followed by an unforget...
03/08/2026

🌄 Sunrise Trek up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) – 27th September 2026 🌄

Join a moonlit climb to the summit, followed by an unforgettable sunrise as you descend and watch the landscape come to life.

⛰️ A well-known day walk, reimagined as a true night-time challenge – for a cause that matters.

💙 All funds raised will provide reassurance, care and support for people living with urostomies across the UK.

📍 Snowdon, Caernarfon, LL55 4UL
📅 Sunday, 27th September 2026

👉 We'll even offer a reduced entry fee in exchange for a fundraising pledge. Sign up now: https://shorturl.at/fmIGJ

July's e-news is here, and we've got lots to share with you:⭐Fancy a challenge? Join the Snowdon Sunrise Walk on 27 Sept...
31/07/2026

July's e-news is here, and we've got lots to share with you:

⭐Fancy a challenge? Join the Snowdon Sunrise Walk on 27 September 2026

⭐From surgeon to patient: Hugh, a retired urologist, shares what he learned about recovery and resilience after his own bladder cancer diagnosis and cystectomy.

⭐Introducing Sign of Support - our new fundraising and awareness campaign to take the stigma out of the stoma.

⭐New Nephrostomy Resources Hub - trusted guidance, videos and signposting for anyone living with, or preparing for, a nephrostomy.

⭐Camping with a urostomy? Absolutely possible! Urostomate Ruth shares her top tips.

⭐Messaging from this month's fantastic sponsors -

💛 We've also made donating easier with a brand-new, mobile-friendly donation form .

Read the full newsletter here 👉 https://mailchi.mp/urostomyassociation.org.uk/urostomy-association-newsletter-12934142

Enjoy!

"My urostomy doesn't define me."Retired urologist, Hugh, knew exactly what blood in his urine meant. What followed was a...
28/07/2026

"My urostomy doesn't define me."

Retired urologist, Hugh, knew exactly what blood in his urine meant. What followed was a bladder cancer diagnosis, a urostomy, further surgery - and a journey from struggling to walk around the park to skiing down the French Alps.

Even as a doctor, Hugh admits he had it wrong: "Before my operation, I was far more worried about the stoma than I needed to be... I imagined it would have a huge impact on my lifestyle. It hasn’t."

Read Hugh's honest, inspiring story of surgery, setbacks, Parkrun, and getting back to his beloved skiing 👇
https://urostomyassociation.org.uk/blog/when-surgeon-becomes-patient/

💙 Hugh credits the Urostomy Association with helping him along the way - and he's not alone. We're here for you too, whatever stage of your journey you're at.

❤ We love ! So pleased that you enjoyed Monday's online group, Paul! 👉If you missed the session, you can find the recor...
24/07/2026

❤ We love !
So pleased that you enjoyed Monday's online group, Paul!

👉If you missed the session, you can find the recording of Helen Cox, Coloplast's Nurse Manager, sharing top tips for good night drainage. Other presentations from the event will also be posted in our video library over the coming days.
👉https://urostomyassociation.org.uk/category/videos/

Huge thanks to Coloplast for partnering with us for this event.

⭐New recording available ⭐Good night drainage is imperative for people with urostomies so they can get a good night’s sl...
21/07/2026

⭐New recording available ⭐
Good night drainage is imperative for people with urostomies so they can get a good night’s sleep. In this recording, Helen Cox, Coloplast Nurse Manager, shares some top tips.

We’d like to say a huge thank you to Helen, who kindly made this presentation during our Online Support Group yesterday, and to Coloplast for sponsoring the event.

👉Take a look : https://urostomyassociation.org.uk/videos/night-drainage/

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