Tag Archive: ostomies

College with an Ostomy

What’s It Like Being In College With An Ostomy?

In this article by Amy Oestreicher for ULoop.com, she talks about the stresses of college with the added stress of having a stoma, and making both work.

Aimee Sharp
Ostomylife

What is Shield HealthCare’s OstomyLife Community?

Shield Healthcare has created a dedicated group, OstomyLife to provide resources, support and a sense of community to people living with an ostomy. 

Laura Cox, LPC

Serving Medicare Ostomates Nationwide
How do you explain what an ostomy is to someone?
Andy S.
Explaining what an ostomy is and what it does is not always the easiest task.
 
I usually assess the situation and the person or people I’m talking to before determining how I’m going to explain what an ostomy is...