By U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class JR Williams, Task Force Falcon Public Affairs
The first U.S. soldier with an ostomy in combat leads the way for others by establishing the UOAA Veterans Outreach Program

Ostomy and Hernia Belt Basics

By Bradley J. Galindo and Estelle "Mickey" Galindo, RN, CWOCN
What ostomy belts and hernia belts are available and how to find the right size to manage a peristomal hernia

Peristomal Skin Accessories

By Joy Boarini, MSN, WOC Nurse, Clinical Education Manager, Hollister Inc.
Understanding when, why and how to use peristomal skin accessories such as barrier rings, ostomy paste, stoma powder, skin protective wipes and adhesive remover wipes

Implications for Aquatic Therapy

By Sue Skaros, BA, BS, PA-C, Sarah Lundeen, MSN, NP, Charles Mathison, BSN, CWOCN, Mary Otterson, MD, MS
Medical proffesionals confirm that ostomy patients can feel secure in a pool setting

Recovery in Paradise

By James Rada, Jr.
Helping patients and removing the stigma of ostomy in Puerto Rico

Ostomy Resources 

By Cliff Kalibjian
Part I of II, Associations and Support Networks

Karay's Healing Power

By Anita Prinz, RN, MSN, CWOCN
A case study of managing the rare condition Caput Medusae

I Am (Relatively) Normal

By Linda Blumberg
Learning to accept ourselves as normal to become truly empowered

Life With Two Stomas

By Sara Pulskamp, MSN, CNP, CWOCN
Preparing for and adapting to managing a fecal and urinary ostomy

Honoring Achievements After Surgery

Courtesy ConvaTec
Great Comebacks Regional Winners

UOAA 2011 National Ostomy Conference

Intimacy and A New Normal

By Maggie Bork, RN, BSN, CWOCN
Accepting your new body image and resuming your love life after surgery

Hope Springs Eternal

By Phyllis J. Ariano-McGinnis
Determination, motivation and a positive approach help overcome three major bouts of cancer

UOAA C.A.R.E.S. Program

By LeeAnn Barcus, UOAA Vice President
Putting the UOAA National Conference within financial reach

Got Guts? Gear Up!

By Nancy Smith
UOAA riders pedal to increase awareness, inspire others and raise funds for valuable research

Stoma Trauma
By Dr. David Beck

Also:
Ask the Ostomy Doctor
Ask the Ostomy Nurse
President's Message