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Discover essential strategies for effective high-output ostomy management! Hydration expert Dr. Maitreyi Raman shares valuable insights on maintaining hydration, balancing electrolytes, and minimizing output for a healthier, more vibrant life. Start your journey to optimal hydration with this complimentary featured article from the Ostomy Canada Summer 2024 Magazine.
Q: I experience bloating often. I also have a hernia that bothers me a lot.
For more than 40 years, Ostomy Youth Camp has created a space where young people who have ostomies or other related medical needs can experience adventure, friendship, and the simple joy of being part of a community that understands them.
Explore the September 2026 issue of Ostomy Canada Connects! Find inspiring stories, helpful tips and resources, and more.
Who knows your body better than yourself?After advocating for herself when doctors failed to listen to her complaints, Anna finally was scheduled for a colonoscopy —and found out she had colorectal cancer.
Bob visits Japan, where the public toilets provide accessible spaces and features for ostomates to drain or replace an ostomy bag.
Telling people about your ostomy can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be! Hannah Martin-Spancer shares her tips and advice to help you build your confidence.
Any ostomy surgery, whether temporary or permanent, requires recovery. Erika Kana, RN, walks us through the basics and her best advice to support you after surgery.
Q: I experience bloating often. I also have a hernia that bothers me a lot.
Explore the August 2026 issue of Ostomy Canada Connects! Find inspiring stories, helpful tips and resources, and more.
