June 2010 Issue

The June 2010 issue of The Phoenix ostomy magazine mail date is 6/2/10. Subscription orders received May 12, 2010 through August 11, 2010 will start with the June issue.

Uncovered
A normal college student and aspiring actress heads a national campaign to break the stigma of ostomy surgery

Ostomy A to Z

Learning the ostomy lingo

Basic Urostomy Care

The "ins and outs" of managing an ileal conduit/urostomy with pouching equipment and accesoriess explained in detail

A Female Perspective on Intimacy

Three ostomates share their advice and tips for making the most of intimacy after surgery

Telling Others

Who, what and when to let others know about your ostomy

Beginning A New Chapter
Hollywood producer's life takes a turn for the better after ostomy surgery

Facing the Music
Strategies for dealing with the challenges of having an ostomy

Ostomy News & Products
New products and announcements in the ostomy community

Full Body Scanners
A thorough look at how these airport security machines affect your privacy and what options are available

Hernia Prevention

A look at how to prevent this common condition after ostomy surgery including detailed instructions on exercises to safely strengthen your abdominal muscles

Honoring Achievements After Surgery
Regional and national Great Comebacks® award winners

A Partner's Gratitude
The partner of an ostomate is grateful for ostomy surgery that saved her loved one and allowed them to continue enjoying each other

Treasured Values
Ostomy surgery re-inforces what's important in life and re-affirms the ostomate's value system

2010 Youth Rally
Information about this annual event to help youngsters affected by bowel and/or bladder control issues live independently

Worldwide Mentoring Program for Ostomates
A look at the PMP Pals Network helping ostomates all over the world

Rectal Cancer
By Dr. David Beck

Also

Ask the Ostomy Doctor

Ask the Ostomy Nurse

President's Message

Book Review

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"The Phoenix just gets better with each issue. It's jam-packed with all kinds of information, from medical/scientific to human interest that you won't find anywhere else. I look forward to each issue."

- C Schaetzel, California