Forecast for a Great Year

We’re all buzzing about what’s planned for 2017. We have to admit that we love what we do, especially partnering with you — the ostomy community. There’s nothing like seeing the happy faces of those we serve, whether we’re at conferences, walks, runs or ostomy educational events. We are fortunate to have so many solid partnerships with organizations that share our same vision of love and support for the ostomy community.

This year, you’ll see us out and about alongside many amazing organizations. Plans are already underway to attend the 6th annual National Conference of the United Ostomy Association, August 22-26 in Irvine, California. We hope you’ll join us for inspiring talks, educational workshops, exhibits and much more!

We like to stay active too! So we’re lacing up our running shoes for the World Ostomy Day Run for Resilience, this October 7. And we wouldn’t want to miss seeing all the campers at Youth Rally either, which takes place this year July 17-22 in San Diego.

We’re also excited about the Hollister Secure Start eNewsletter for 2017. It’s one more way we partner with the community through sharing our readers’ inspiring stories. Chris Ganser starts us off with his tales of climbing Longs Peak in Colorado shortly after his ostomy surgery. And fashion designer Manny Cuevas, who was featured in our fall 2016 issue, is back with stories of how his article inspired so many others who are living with an ostomy.

We know you may have questions about caring for yourself or your stoma, so in every issue we will include an article from one of our clinicians at Hollister. This issue highlights healthy eating and articles about upcoming events. You’ll even get to meet some of our Hollister Secure Start advisors.

Get ready for a fun, healthy year ahead. Remember—we’re your partner all the way!

Best wishes,