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Welcome to your June update from Colostomy UK, our Summer Holiday  Special!

With the holidays about to start for many of us, this edition of our e-news focuses on making sure you make the most of your break with loads of hints and tips covering everything from Leakage, to Swimming, and Next-Gen airport scanners.

Don't forget that we're here for you throughout the Summer period if you need us. Visit our support page for details of all the ways you can get in touch.
You CAN fly!

Summer lies ahead, and with it the
promise of foreign holidays. Yet for
some, air travel with a stoma can
feel daunting. But we've got you
covered. 
In this feature from the latest issue of Tidings Magazine Our CEO, Libby Herbert and ostomate Ifrah Mohamed share their top tips for taking to
the skies with a stoma, including the latest on the new next-gen security scanners 

Be prepared

We can offer comprehensive travel advice to help you and lots of useful information is contained in our Travel Advice booklet and in the resources below. We’ve also put together a handy travel checklist. You may find our  travel certificate useful, which explains to the security staff what a stoma is and what your supplies look like. It is endorsed by the Civil Aviation Authority and you can download it here.
Jet Set and Donate!

"When I went on my first holiday with a stoma I worried about how I would cope but due to all the information and help I received from Colostomy UK I needn’t have worried. I was confident enough to wear my bikinis, and it did show my bag. I was hesitant but then thought what the hell got it flaunt it!” – Jan

Support us this summer so everyone living with a stoma can Jet, Set and Thrive just like Jan, Ciara and Mike 👙☀️💜

DONATE HERE
Managing your stoma

Your bag can be more prone to leaks in hot weather due to increased sweating which can affect the adhesive's ability to stick to the skin. Hot weather can also cause the skin barrier to break down faster, leading to potential leaks. Check out our hints and tips on managing your stoma in warm weather.

Make a splash!

There's often nothing better than going for a swim to cool down, but we understand getting back to swimming after stoma surgery can be daunting. You may be worried about your bag leaking or coming off. Perhaps it's been difficult to regain confidence.

Ostomate and classified Para Swimmer Tash Critchley has put together her top tips on Swimming when you have a stoma. which we hope will encourage you to take a dip.
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