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We at the Urostomy Association were saddened to hear of the recent death of actor Dennis Waterman, husband of our member Pam Flint. Our thoughts are with Pam and all of Dennis’ family and friends.
RIP Dennis WatermanRead MoreRobot-assisted surgery used to perform bladder cancer removal enables patients to recover far more quickly and spend significantly (20 per cent) less time in hospital, according to a first-of-its kind clinical trial led by scientists at UCL and the University of Sheffield.
Robot-assisted surgery improves recovery for patientsRead MoreLoneliness is one of those subjects nobody ever really likes to talk about, yet it can affect any one of us regardless of our age, background or living arrangements.
Mental Health Awareness Week 2022Read MoreThe Urostomy Association’s new website providing information and support for people with – or about to have – a urinary diversion.
New year, new websiteRead MoreCancer51 is running a survey of people with rare and less common cancers to find out more about their experiences during the coronavirus pandemic. This is the second survey they have run since the onset of coronavirus.
Cancer 51 Patient SurveyRead MoreLarge accessible toilets for severely disabled people – known as Changing Places – will be made compulsory for new buildings in England from 2021.
Large accessible toilets for severely disabled people will be made compulsoryRead MorePelican Healthcare and Respond Healthcare have put together their own short videos to show their appreciation to the NHS.
Thank You NHS!Read More
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