Summer 2023, issue 128
From the editor Read about the positive changes we’re making to help our community thrive, meet the trailblazing entrepreneur championing every body, and find out about our latest campaigns. Features
The Urostomy Association Journal magazine is published here on our website three times a year. In it you can read articles, stories and tips about living with a urinary diversion. You’ll also find news and information about the charity’s activities.
The magazine is compiled and edited by one of our volunteers. Many of the articles are written and submitted by people who are living with a urinary diversion. If you would like to contribute to the content of the magazine, you can find out more by reading the editorial guidelines.
We have a limited print run of hard copies of the magazine, so if you are unable to access the magazine online or prefer to read a paper copy, please get in touch to be added to the mailing list.
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From the editor Read about the positive changes we’re making to help our community thrive, meet the trailblazing entrepreneur championing every body, and find out about our latest campaigns. Features
In this edition, Rebecca Giddings and Marita Hughes each share their story of triumph over adversity, plus there’s news of our postcard for patients and UA your Way, our fundraising campaign that’s designed with you in mind.
In this edition, veterinary surgeon Helen Bragg shares her uplifting story of how she found the confidence to get back to cycling. Plus, we update you on the work we’re doing to further develop UA’s relationship with stoma care nurses, and our exciting Christmas campaign.
In this edition you will find updates of our Project 50+ programme of modernisation of UA, together with news of the many celebrations throughout the country of our Golden Jubilee, unavoidably delayed by Covid-19.
Intimacy after stoma surgery
Finding Elizabeth
Urostomates and vitamin B12
The memoirs of Eleanor Milne
Jacob’s Well Appeal
Cath Dixon of Fittleworth – ASCN Stoma Care Nurse of the Year
Climbing with a stoma
David Simonds and his 418 ft plunge!
Fifty Golden Years
Project 50+ Shaping the future
Urostomy Association Sunflower Lanyards
The secret to a successful life as a urostomate
My second family
Saving money on stoma care accessories
Wanted – Part time Editor’s Assistant