A new lease of life
In this episode, the topic of conversation is returning to work with a stoma. Paige, Chrissie and Elizabeth share their experiences of going back to work after such life-changing surgery.
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Richard’s Story
Richard Caulkin suffers with Cystic Fibrosis as well as having an Ileostomy, it has been a difficult journey for him. Since his double lung transplant, he has competed in 3 European Heart and Lung Transplant Championships. These games aim to raise awareness and increase the number of potential donors.
Love me, Love my stoma
In this episode, the topic of discussion is dating and relationships with a Stoma. Lisa, Jack and Emily have had different experiences with relationships with a stoma.
Confidence BE® Soft Convex Survey Results 2020
Combined with user feedback, we have invited Stoma Care Nurses to share their opinions on the benefits of Confidence BE® Soft Convex. Read our results here.
One step at a time
In this episode, the topic of discussion is exercising with a Stoma. Ollie, Rebecca & James have all had major surgery and now have a stoma.
It’s a Team Effort
In this episode, Ian and his partner Kate talk with their Stoma Nurse Mireille, who has been supporting Ian for 11 years & discuss why her support has been so important.
BE is for Bigger Sizes…
Not every stoma is the same and it is often a challenge finding the right “cut to fit” bag for your stoma size, shape and individual. The NEW Confidence BE® large wafer which cuts up to 75mm offering a bigger adhesive area to provide the added security.
It’s okay not to be okay
10th October was Mental Health Awareness Day and to coincide with this, we recorded the next edition of our podcast focussing on the mental wellbeing aspect of having a stoma.
Amelia Kicks Her Curves
Local Birmingham girl Amelia Hart is just like many 15 year old girls: she loves to play football and leads a very full and active lifestyle. However, Amelia has been diagnosed with severe idiopathic scoliosis, an abnormal curvature of the spine. Read Amelia’s appeal.
Not all heroes wear capes
In this episode, we listen in to experienced Stoma Care Nurse Specialists, Dawn and Anne-Marie, talking about the unique role of the Stoma Care Nurse and the support offered to people throughout their stoma journey.
Here comes the bride, all dressed in white…
In this episode, we're talking about getting married with a stoma. Gemma is a 32-year-old mum-of-two living with a colostomy.
In conversation: Rupi & Sara
Rupi works in IT at Salts Healthcare and Sara is a Colorectal Clinical and Stoma Care Nurse. The pair chat about the ‘eNotes’ system, how it helps Nurses deliver better care and how people living with a stoma will experience the benefits.
In conversation: Beth & Jack
Whilst playing table tennis and Pacman, Jack, a retired Production Manager in the automotive industry, and Salts’ Engineering Apprentice Beth, talk about how their lives are entwined.
Amy and Ben: The Young Ones
Living with a stoma can be challenging, especially so when you're young and figuring out who you are, so it's good to know you are not alone. Find out more about Amy's story here!
In conversation: Michelle & Ander
Train company worker, Michelle, talks to Marketing’s Ander Cairo about the Medilink® home delivery and dispensing service, and how her life, after several operations, is still full steam ahead.
In conversation: Caroline & Gill
Experienced Stoma Care Nurse, Gill Wilson, was in awe of Medilink® customer, Caroline travelled on a train to Birmingham to chat about her journey, looking the figure of health.
In conversation: Ieva, Nikki & Max
Six-year-old patient, Max, with his Mum, Nikki, and Confidence BE® Team Leader at Salts Healthcare, Ieva, chat to find out how the products that Salts Healthcare creates help people like Max.
Bottoms Up! A Patient Journey Through Rectal Diagnosis
We are delighted to have hosted the Bottoms Up! study day to share knowledge about the patient journey through colorectal cancer diagnosis to improve patient care across the country.
Introducing the New 'Me, My Bag and I' Ostomy Podcast
Salts Healthcare are excited to announce the introduction of our brand new podcast about living with a stoma "Me, My Bag and I'
Gemma and Vic - Getting married with a stoma
When she first had her stoma, Gemma struggled to accept it. Hear about how Confidence BE® Soft Convex has helped her regain her confidence and accept her life after the operation...
