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World Ostomy Day 2024
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Welcome!
Dansac is proud to support World Ostomy Day on October 5, 2024! World Ostomy Day is a special occasion dedicated to raising awareness, promoting education, and providing support for ostomates worldwide. Join us in celebrating the resilience and strength of the ostomy community. See how others are participating in World Ostomy Day.
Empowering Ostomates Worldwide to Be Comfortable
Ostomates are more than just their stomas. They are real people with real lives who face the challenges that we all face, in addition to the challenges related to living with an ostomy. This year’s theme, "Empowering Ostomates Worldwide to Be Comfortable," focuses on fostering confidence and connection. By sharing our experiences and supporting one another, we can build a world where ostomates feel inspired, empowered, and comfortable in their own skin.
Below are four easy and fun ways to show your support and engage with the ostomy community:
Share Your Journey
Share your experiences of living with a stoma. Your story can inspire and support others facing similar challenges.
Engage on Social Media
Use the hashtags #WOD2024 and #OstomateVoices to share your insights, tips, and encouragement. Connect with others and be a part of the global conversation.
Spread Positive Feelings
Sometimes a few encouraging words are all it takes to brighten someone’s day – or your own! Our Ostomy Affirmation Cards are a great way to spread positive thinking, calm, and confidence. Download your free affirmation cards today to use for a personal pick-me-up or share them on social media to show your support!
Hear From Others
We have spoken with many people about how stoma surgery changed their lives for the better – allowing them to travel, play with their children, cherish life moments, and more. Hear what they had to say.
Stoma. Skin. Soul.
We are dedicated to stoma care and know how important it is to keep sight of the whole person and what matters most to them, their loved ones, and the clinicians who care for them.
Living With a Stoma
Access a range of resources including guides, articles, and videos to help you manage your ostomy.
Product Information
Learn about the latest ostomy products and innovations designed to improve your quality of life.
Here For You
We support the ostomy community on World Ostomy Day and every other day. Have questions about stoma care topics or about how to use our products? We can help!
Looking for More WOD Content?
Check out some of the great things Hollister Ostomy Care has to offer.
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Share Your Story
Hobbies, routines, experiences – your story can inspire others.
About World Ostomy Day
World Ostomy Day is celebrated every three years and brings together ostomates, healthcare professionals, caregivers, and supporters from around the globe. This day aims to:
- Increase public awareness of ostomies and break the stigma surrounding them
- Educate the public and healthcare professionals about life with an ostomy
- Advocate for better healthcare services and products for ostomates
- Celebrate the resilience and achievements of those living with an ostomy
