What is the ostomy Association?

United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc. (UOAA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports, empowers, and advocates for people who have had or who will have ostomy or continent diversion surgery.

What is Ostomate program?

The surgery involves creating an opening (stoma) from inside the body to the outside to help eliminate waste. Ostomy surgery is a common procedure. Every year, an estimated 113,000 people need a temporary or permanent ostomy. Hundreds of thousands of individuals live, work and maintain relationships with an ostomy.

What celebrities have stoma bags?

These include:

• Dwight D.
• Fred Astaire, legendary Hollywood dancer, singer and actor.
• Red Skelton, American comedy entertainer with a career spanning decades.
• Rolf Benirschke, American football star, who was able to continue his NFL career despite having his large intestine removed due to ulcerative colitis.

What movie stars have a colostomy?

Dwight D. Eisenhower, the 34th president of the USA and Supreme Commander of the Allied Expeditionary Force in Europe during World War II. Fred Astaire, legendary Hollywood dancer, singer and actor. Red Skelton, American comedy entertainer with a career spanning decades.

What is United ostomy associations of America?

United Ostomy Associations of America l Supporting, empowering, and advocating for people who have had or who will have ostomy or continent diversion surgery.

Where can I find support for someone with an ostomy?

Find local peer support at one of our 300+ support groups in the U.S., get answers to questions on our online discussion board, or connect with our Facebook community. The official publication of the UOAA, The Phoenix Ostomy Magazine, answers the many questions and challenges of living with an ostomy or being a caregiver.

How to contact a worldwide movement for ostomy rights?

A Worldwide Movement For Ostomy Rights! Join us on social media and help spread the word. Call us toll-free at: 1-800-826-0826. Our Information Line hours are Monday-Friday, 9am to 3pm (Wednesday until 2pm) EST.

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