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Nothing is beyond you

Paul Weaver felt like a fit and healthy 68 year old, but was knocked sideways when he received a bladder cancer diagnosis in July 2023. In this blog, Paul describes how he came through the worst, and took up his beloved sports again.

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In memory of Eileen Spraggon

Sometimes there are people who leave a  profound mark on the world; Eileen Spraggon was one of them. As we mark her sad passing, we celebrate Eileen’s incredible life, her long career in nursing, and the unforgettable contribution she made to the Urostomy Association.

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Urostomate, Rebecca, is making the headlines

When the folk at Chat magazine were looking for an inspirational woman to feature on their health page, we knew just the person for the job!  Thank you to urostomate Rebecca Giddings for sharing her story of overcoming tough challenges to embrace life to the full again, riding motorbikes, flying planes, and even posing for a lingerie brand's photoshoot proudly showing her bag.

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Keeping kidneys healthy

Having a urostomy can leave you more susceptible to developing kidney complications. For hints and tips on how you can keep your kidneys healthy, see the recording of our ‘Meet the experts’ webinar held on Tuesday 27 May 2025.

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Other ways to donate

Other ways to donate to the Urostomy Association.

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Thank you!

You are amazing! Thank you for your donation; it means the world. We hope you take great pride in the important difference your gift makes.

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An introduction to fistulas

Imagine changing your urostomy bag and spotting what looks like food in there. That’s what happened to Geoff, one of the Urostomy Association’s supporters. Paul Russell-Roberts, Stoma Nurse Specialist, kindly sheds light on this unusual condition

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Vitamin B12: What you need to know

Living with a urostomy, one nutrient that deserves special attention is vitamin B12. Here are some frequently asked questions about this vital vitamin, its effect on health and why it’s especially relevant to urostomates.

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Bladder Cancer Awareness Month 2025

Receiving a bladder cancer diagnosis and being told that you will never wee normally again can be terrifying. That's why its so important to have trusted information to hand. To mark this Bladder Cancer Awareness Month 2025, we highlight the information on our website that patients might find useful at the early stages following diagnosis.

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Meet Little Miss Urostomy

Lorna was really young when she began experiencing problems with UTIs. Despite various tests, the urologist couldn’t identify the reason so treated her with long-term antibiotics. Eventually, the infections cleared but the symptoms she was having just got worse. Read Lorna's inspirational story and why she's determined to raise awareness of Interstitial Cystitis.

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