Ostomate, IBD and Corum Seminar & Gathering 2025:
Official News Communications Participants of the seminar were composed of medical specialists, certified therapy nurses, and patient representatives all in one beautiful photo. Empowering Patients, Families, and Communities The “Ostomate, IBD and Corum Seminar & Gathering 2025” held on Saturday, 6 September 2025, at Summit Hotel, Subang Jaya. The event is organised by M&T Network […]
Singapore Joins Celebration of World Ostomy Day 2025
Official News Communications Ostomates, caregiver and healthcare professionals enjoying the celebration of World Ostomy Day sponsored by Ostomy Association of Sigapore. Singapore proudly joined the global ostomy community in celebrating World Ostomy Day on 4 October 2025, themed “Invisible Disabilities, Visible Support – The Global Unity of Ostomates.” Held at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, the […]
Turning Stigma into Strength: Indonesia’s Innovative Support Movement for Ostomates
Official News Communications Indonesia’s Innovative Support Movement for Ostomates Author: Widasari Sri Gitarja 1 ; Tommy Abbas 2 ; Rifa Qidya Ardi 3 123 WOCARE Indonesia; 2 MUSEUM Stoma; 3 WOCARE Centre In Indonesia, the journey towards acceptance and empowerment for ostomates living with a stoma has experienced a significant shift in recent years. While […]
World Ostomy Day Celebration 2025 Philippines
Official News Communications Participants both adult and young ostomates (urostomates too) graced the Ostomy Lay Forum as part of the World Ostomy Day Activities. World Ostomy Day was commemorated this year with a deeply meaningful and impactful lay forum centered on the sensitive topic of “People with a Stoma and Bullying.” The event brought together […]
Ostomates Under Pressure
Official News Communications Written by:Saravanan NagappanPresident, Malaysian Ostomy Association (MOsA) In recent years, there are many ostomate raising concern about quality of ostomy products. They have noticed a troubling trend, the cost of ostomy products is steadily rising, yet the quality of these essential medical supplies is on the decline. This growing disparity is causing […]
Intimacy. Self Image and Emotional Wellbeing after Ostomy Surgery
Official News Communications Speaker: Relationship Counselor & Clinical Sexologist Dr. Martha Tara Lee Frequently cited in the media, Relationship Counselor & Clinical Sexologist Dr. Martha Tara Lee of Eros Coaching has a doctorate in human sexuality, masters in counselling, two other degrees and many other qualifications. A certified sexuality educator and sexuality educator supervisor of […]
What is World Ostomy Awards 2025
Official News Communications Hear the presentation about the World Ostomy Award, previous winners and how to apply this year The WORLD OSTOMY AWARD is an exciting initiative delivered by the European Ostomy Association (EOA) in collaboration with the global medical device company Coloplast A/S. We want to ensure a better life for people with an […]
Hydrotherapy for People with Stoma – Youtube Link
Official News Communications https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSenr–D5gQ Here is the link for the webinar with our guest speakers Mrs. Nur Madalinah Tan and Mr. Darren Low. As part of the ongoing webinar series conducted by the ASPOA. the organization hosted last June 21, 2024 the second part for this year entitled “Back in the Water- Hydrotherapy and Active […]
Hydrotherapy for Stoma Patients: An ASPOA Webinar
ASPOA Webinar Series 2 Hydrotherapy offers several benefits for individuals with a colostomy bag, promoting both physical and emotional well-being. The warm water used in hydrotherapy helps relax muscles, reduce joint pain, and improve circulation, which can be especially helpful for those recovering from surgery or managing discomfort. Gentle aquatic exercises can also enhance core […]
WOD 2025 – Bulletin 2
Activities and eventsof World Ostomy Day Hi Everyone, I have attached along with the notes below the WOD program that Hong Kong are going to be doing and commend this huge effort. Now what are your associations intending on doing? Please come back to me with information about what you intend to do so that […]
