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CULTURE

The funniest things Claire Webber said about living with an ostomy on Twitter

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CULTURE

See what the foodies of Instagram are snacking on these days

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INSPIRATION

10 messages of hope for anyone about to have ostomy surgery

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CULTURE

Lots of ostomates are loving the amazing benefits of veganism

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CULTURE

So many ostomates gave us a treat with their costumes this year

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CULTURE

OC BLOG: 3 popular posts in October

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INSPIRATION

Eight humble reminders why life after an ostomy is worth living to the fullest

Nicola, Mark Vos, Marc Mahoney, Caroline Bramwell
CULTURE

10 active ostomates on Instagram who love cycling

Four powerful, touching, and inspiring books 1920
CULTURE

Four powerful and touching books about thriving with a chronic illness

Colon Cancer Alliance Undy Run Walk
CULTURE

6 things you can do in October for ostomy awareness

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CULTURE

OC BLOG: 3 popular posts in September

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CULTURE

Get your ears around these podcasts with guests who have an ostomy

Girls With Guts
ADVOCACY

ATTN ladies: Girls With Guts has a program to make new pen pal friends

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CULTURE

These moms are very proud of their kids with Hirschsprung’s disease — and so are we

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INSPIRATION

Three beautiful quotes about what it means to be an ostomate

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ADVOCACY

There’s a patient-led neighborhood for anyone with colorectal cancer in Colontown

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CULTURE

28 hilariously fitting nicknames people gave their stoma and the reasons why

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CULTURE

OC BLOG: 3 popular posts in August

Paul Roime
CULTURE

FYI: 10 fun facts about Paul Riome

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CULTURE

Yulady's uplifting words and stunning poses will inspire you to practice yoga

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INSPIRATION

An ostomy means I've survived everything and I'm still here

Four books on thriving after ostomy surgery
CULTURE

Four books on thriving after ostomy surgery to put on your reading list

Krystal Miller Bag Lady Mama
CULTURE

6 signs that clearly prove you love your ostomy WAY TOO MUCH

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CULTURE

OC BLOG: 3 popular posts in July

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CULTURE

50 tweets that are so funny you'll wish you wrote them

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CULTURE

7 awkward friendships you might have if you're an ostomate

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CULTURE

There are tons of ostomates with tons of tattoos on Instagram

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LIFESTYLE

10 everyday items for ostomates that are worth the splurge

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CULTURE

Here's how a few ostomates on Instagram spent Fourth of July

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CULTURE

OC BLOG: 3 popular posts in June

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ADVOCACY

12 incredible facts about the United Ostomy Associations of America

Camp Guts and Glory campers
CULTURE

Five summer camp programs for kids and teens with ostomies

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CULTURE

Three books everyone with an ostomy should read and recommend

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CULTURE

OC BLOG: 3 popular posts in April

WOC Nurse Week 2019
CULTURE

10 outstanding things WOC Nurses have done for the ostomy community

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CULTURE

From bluesman and keynote speaker to comedian and entertainer, Luke Escombe is no ordinary performer

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CULTURE

14 of the funniest remarks from ostomates that'll make you LOL

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CULTURE

Only ostomates can truly appreciate these text messages sent during recovery

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NEWS

Facts and figures on colorectal cancer diagnosis, treatment, and prevention

Linda Aukett
CULTURE

The most inspirational women in history who have achieved great things with an ostomy

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CULTURE

OC BLOG: 3 popular posts in February

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Sponsored Story

With these 10 must-pack items in your carry-on bag, you'll be ready for anything

National Love Your Pet Day
CULTURE

14 ostomates on Instagram who love their pets more than anything

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CULTURE

FYI: 10 fun facts about Dwight D. Eisenhower

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CULTURE

These thoughtful gestures shared by OC readers show that kindness starts with one

Thaila Skye
CULTURE

Take a look at how these passionate women are wearing the color of love

Erin Goodwin and Krystal Miller
CULTURE

Start following these 18 amazing 'mates' from Australia on Instagram

Gaylyn Henderson Glamour
CULTURE

21 things you can do, become and achieve living with an ostomy

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CULTURE

Is cursing out your ostomy ever appropriate on Twitter? These li'l bluebirds say eff yeah

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LIFESTYLE

Here are two things you can use to keep your ostomy pouch dry in the shower