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Ostomy & IBD Resources

United Ostomy Association of America
uoaa united ostomy association of america activism advocacy stephanie hughes stolen colon crohn's disease ulcerative colitis ostomy blogThe UOAA is a national network that provides support, information and advocacy to ostomates. They have lots of information on their site about ostomies and support groups in areas around the country.

Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America
ccfa crohn's colitis foundation of america ulcerative colitis ibd disease inflammatory bowel disease stephanie hughes stolen colon blog ostomyA non-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to finding the cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. CCFA has great information on their site for people affect by IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease). They hold a number of fundraisers throughout the year such as the Take Steps Walk or the Team Challenge half-marathon training program.

UNC School of Medicine: Patient Guide to Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Provides medical information on IBD, including symptoms, treatment and other information. A great place to start when looking for medical information.

2 Comments

  • Reply Dave Rudzin

    Stephanie,
    Would you consider putting the UOAA National phone number on your website as a place to get connected to a local support group ? The numbver is 1-800-826-0826
    Thanks
    David

    June 5, 2013 at 4:40 pm
  • Reply Dawn

    Do you know where I could obtain some sort of a pass to not have to wait in a 2 hour line at amusement parks?

    May 29, 2017 at 7:41 pm
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