Watch Laura Cox, Shield HealthCare’s Ostomy Lifestyle Specialist, in her most recent appearance on Comedy Central’s TOSH.0! Watch Laura at the 4-minute mark In December of 2013, Comedy Central’s irreverent comedian Daniel Tosh interviewed Laura Cox on her life with an ileostomy. Daniel found Laura through her YouTube channel “Ostomystory,” where she shared videos about… Continue reading Laura Cox on TOSH.0: Where Are They Now?

After telling her boss about her invisible condition, Crohn's disease, Britany Risher got the suport she needed to help her thrive in her career.

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Jonathan Negretti, an ostomate who will run around the world in seven days to raise ostomy awareness, talks about his life, mission, ostomy and goals.

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Ostomy product technology has improved significantly in the last decade. With many available options, here are some highlights about key product types.

Healthy skin around your stoma is essential for creating a good seal and preventing leaks. Learn how "crusting" can help protect and heal peristomal skin.

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I wish I could offer one solid solution to gas noise, but managing stoma noise is a constant battle for those with a stoma. Here are some tips!

Leaks … *sigh*. If there is one thing that makes many people hate their stoma, it’s leaking. Read tips that can help you limit pouch leaking.