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‘Meet the experts’ webinars

Whether you’re considering or already have a urinary diversion, you may have questions about how this might affect your life. We’ve been designing a series of webinars to explore some of the most common topics.

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Boys need bins – campaign update

Our Boys need Bins campaign continues to go from strength to strength, as we call for male sanitary bins to be available in men's toilets UK-wide. This way, men with incontinence can dispose of their sanitary waste easily, safely and with dignity.

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Make a regular donation

Regular, monthly donations are crucial because life with a urinary diversion can feel daunting. It’s vital that people have somewhere to turn for reassurance, from diagnosis to living life to the full again. We provide that support, but can only do so with kind donations.

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Helpline

It's not unusual to feel anxious when you have, or are facing, a urinary diversion. And it isn't always easy to talk to family and friends. But don’t worry, you can call our helpline for support, advice and help.

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Facebook group

Why not join our Urostomy Association Help and Support Group? It is a supportive community for people living with a urinary diversion or preparing for their surgery. Family members and carers will also find it a helpful.

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The Journal

Packed with real life stories, advice, support, top tips and much more, The Journal is written exclusively for people living with, or facing, a urinary diversion. It is published three times a year and available digitally or through your door.

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Attend an event

You may like getting together to share tips and experiences. Knowing that others understand what life is like with a urinary diversion can be empowering. On our events page you can see what’s being organised by our groups, branches, suppliers and others.

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E-newsletters

Keeping urostomates up to date with the latest in policy developments, resources, events and real life stories is at the heart of what we do, and our monthly e-updates deliver all the news directly into supporters' inboxes!

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Managing bladder cancer

About 10,000 people are diagnosed with bladder cancer every year in the UK. In this blog, we explore the symptoms and explain the importance of getting the right information and treatment if you are diagnosed with the condition.

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Reducing leaks top tips

Leakage can be a common concern following a urinary diversion, so supporters of the Urostomy Association have kindly drawn on their own experiences and developed these reducing leaks top tips.

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