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Here are some of the best posts out there about fatherhood.

By OC Editors
Jun 17, 2018

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Summer reading is here! Ostomate authors with published books of their own.

By OC Editors
Jun 12, 2018

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Paul Riome shares an inspirational story about his Grandma Mabel's ostomy surgery in 1938.

By Paul Riome
Jun 10, 2018

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What was Mallory Sauer trying to tell us? Look your best for one, but that's not all...

By OC Editors
May 31, 2018

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OC Spotlight: Inflammatory Bowel Disease brings a purpose-driven career to Dr. Richard P. Rood

By R.S. Elvey
May 26, 2018

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Jearlean Taylor on surviving cancer and becoming a top model with two ostomies.

By OC Editors
May 20, 2018

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This is an incredible group of people who live with rare illnesses you've probably never heard of.

By Jenna Lee Fisher
May 18, 2018

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Emma Chapple is using humour to cope with the physical and mental adversity that IBD can bring.

By Rasheed Clarke
May 14, 2018

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11 ostomates on Instagram who eat whatever makes them happy.

By OC Editors
May 11, 2018

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Three devoted nurses share why their career inspires them every day.

By OC Editors
May 6, 2018

National Lemonade Day

Hey, ostomates! Today is the perfect day to enjoy a glass of lemonade.

By OC Editors
May 6, 2018

BCAN Walk for Bladder Cancer

BCAN’s “Shine a Light” campaign is dedicated to increasing public awareness about bladder cancer.

By OC Editors
May 5, 2018

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Tina Aswani Omprakash is named an Honored Hero by the Greater NYC Chapter of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation.

By OC Editors
May 3, 2018

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How one nurse is paying it forward to make the world a better place for ostomates.

By OC Editors
Apr 28, 2018

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16 things you might not know about nearly everything ostomy.

By OC Editors
Apr 26, 2018

Constance Buchanan shares her colon cancer survival story with FOX 5 Atlanta News.

By OC Editors
Apr 18, 2018

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GOOD NEWS: We're celebrating Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses all week long!

By Christine Kim
Apr 15, 2018

OstomyCure AS TIES® System

A Groundbreaking Approach To Surgical Treatment For Ileostomates

By R.S. Elvey
Apr 14, 2018

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What Ostomates Of Instagram Are Up To: Baby, Baby, Baby

By OC Editors
Apr 8, 2018

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Meet Ostomy Lifestyle Specialist Laura Cox From Shield HealthCare

By Laura Cox
Apr 8, 2018

Dana Marshall-Bernstein

Dana Marshall-Bernstein’s Legacy Lives On: Semicolon; The Adventures Of Ostomy Girl

By Stephanie Kolp
Apr 6, 2018

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Have some tissues handy when you watch this film about Denali.

By Christine Kim
Mar 16, 2018

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The brains behind the boudoir: An interview with lingerie designer Jasmine Stacey

By OC Editors
Mar 15, 2018

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Here's what two teachers in the ostomy community have to say about school gun violence.

By OC Editors
Mar 13, 2018

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The Most Inspirational Women In History Who Lived With An Ostomy

By OC Editors
Mar 8, 2018

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Meet The Man Behind #ManBag And See His Captivating Photography

By OC Editors
Mar 3, 2018

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4 Ways To Get Involved With National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

By OC Editors
Mar 2, 2018

Rare Disease Day

Be Part Of The #ShowYourRare Campaign To Raise Awareness For Rare Diseases

By OC Editors
Feb 28, 2018

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This photoshoot is how "Ostomy Mommy" Emily Bane stepped out of her comfort zone.

By OC Editors
Feb 26, 2018

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Donating part of your tax refund is a great way to help charitable causes in the ostomy community.

By OC Editors
Feb 22, 2018

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15 Ostomates Who Love Their Pets More Than Anything

By OC Editors
Feb 20, 2018

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9 Interesting Facts About President Dwight D. Eisenhower

By OC Editors
Feb 19, 2018

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Here's How You Can Help Deserving Kids Attend Youth Rally Summer Camp

By OC Editors
Feb 13, 2018

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7 Awkward Friendships You Might Have If You're An Ostomate

By Michele Tallarita
Feb 11, 2018

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Keagan Lynggard Speaks Up For Herself And Others In The Ostomy Community

By Keagan Lynggard
Feb 10, 2018

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Seven reasons to splurge on lingerie that makes you feel confident and beautiful.

By OC Editors
Feb 8, 2018

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7 Dedicated Organizations Working Hard To Support Cancer Patients

By OC Editors
Feb 4, 2018

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10 Important Tweets About Mental Health On Bell Let’s Talk Day

By OC Editors
Jan 31, 2018

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10 Awe-Inspiring Athletes Making Ostomy Awareness A Priority

By OC Editors
Jan 30, 2018

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EXCITING NEWS from Comfizz: “Pants To Hernias” year-long waistband giveaway.

By OC Editors
Jan 29, 2018

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Jasmine Stacey Collection Is Building Its Lingerie Brand On Social Change

By OC Editors
Jan 26, 2018

Hollister CeraPlus™ Skin Barrier Product Positively Impacts Peristomal Skin Health And Cost Of Care For People With Ostomies

By OC Editors
Jan 24, 2018

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Krystal Miller Swears (Literally) To Keep Showing Off Her Bag, And She’s Not Apologizing For It

By Talya Goding
Jan 18, 2018

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14 of the funniest remarks from ostomates that'll make you laugh so hard.

By OC Editors
Jan 16, 2018

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What Cyclist Matthew Newman Gained From The Pain Of Ulcerative Colitis

By Matthew Newman
Jan 15, 2018

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Sara Gebert started #SarasArmy to raise awareness for Chronic Intestinal Pseudo-obstruction.

By Jenna Lee Fisher
Jan 13, 2018

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The Most Inspirational And Touching Recaps From 2017 Shared On Instagram

By OC Editors
Jan 4, 2018

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18-year-old Shelby Hansen on battling Crohn's disease: "My faith has helped me through hard times."

By OC Editors
Jan 2, 2018

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5 Jolly Reasons To Declutter Your Ostomy Supplies In The New Year

By OC Editors
Dec 22, 2017

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Edmund Galindo's “Hope” To Improve Ostomy Products In 1958

By OC Editors
Dec 20, 2017

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