#OstomyAwareness Bringing People Together
Every year the first weekend in October is a time for connection, inspiration, and reflection for the ostomy community. Whether virtually or in person, we hope you join in on October 7, 2023.
Don’t live in the U.S.? Click one of these links to view Ostomy Awareness Day information specific to your country:
Australia | Belgium (French) | Belgium (Dutch) | Brazil | Canada (English) | Canada (French) | France | Germany | Ireland | Mexico | Netherlands | New Zealand | UK
Celebrate the Day in Your Way
For many people, ostomy surgery gives them a new chance at life. Their ostomy helps them manage challenging symptoms, provides stability to daily routines, and allows them to do things they could not do prior to illness. These positive outcomes are why we celebrate! Every person’s journey, experiences, and interests are unique. Here are some ways you can learn something new, show your support, or connect with others in the global ostomy community.
Show off Your Stoma Sticker
Stoma Stickers are a great way to raise awareness, start a conversation, or show support. For more opportunities to connect online, check out the Hollister Incorporated digital stickers pack on Instagram to enhance your Instagram posts and stories. Share a picture with yours on social media, using the hashtags #StomaSticker, #OAD2023, and #OstomateVoices.
Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K
We are proud to continue supporting you as the Platinum Sponsor of United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc. Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K events. Join in at an event location near you, or run, walk, or roll with family and friends in your neighborhood or park (or inside on a treadmill) in support of ostomy awareness.
Advocating for Skin Health
We are pleased to work with the Skin Health Alliance (SHA) to champion healthy skin for ostomates worldwide. Hear more about what healthy skin means for improving daily life with an ostomy.
CeraPlus™ Products* have received dermatological accreditation
Ambitions Reach New Heights
The Ostomy Athlete initiative is bringing together athletes from around the globe in support of education and fundraising that improves the lives of people with ostomies and related conditions. Hear more from founder Patrick Belton about the inspiration for this initiative, and what they aim to accomplish.
We're All About Education
We believe knowledge is power – knowing more about living with an ostomy, or the products and resources available to you.
Healthy Skin
Healthy skin around your stoma not only helps your pouching system adhere properly, but also may improve your quality of life. Taking special care to improve and preserve skin health may help you feel comfortable with your ostomy.
Protection Where it Matters
Living with an ostomy doesn’t mean you have to live with stoma fluid leakage or skin irritation. See how the CeraPlus™ Line of Ostomy Products* gives your skin the advanced protection it deserves.
Peace of Mind
You may have questions about your ostomy and how to keep on living the life you want to live, but you don’t have to figure it out on your own. Hollister Secure StartSM services offer free personalized ostomy care support regardless of the brand of products you use.
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