The Lives of People with Ostomies in Russia
Official News Communications Photo Cewsir:Russian Ostomates (ASTOM( file picture taken from World Ostomy Day celebration 2021 taken from EOA website. The lives of people with ostomies in Russia are varied, and it is impossible to give a definitive answer. But thats always been the case. After all, Russia is a very large country. Currently, it […]
Provide support to Hong Kong Tai Po Fire
Official News Communications Photo Credit: NBC news website (https://www.nbcnews.com/world/asia/hong-kong-fire-officials-say-netting-buildings-did-not-meet-code-rcna246719) Following the devastating fire at Hong Kong Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po in November 2025, Hong Kong Stoma Association has been quick to lend a hand to those ostomates who have lost their homes. We have been visiting temporary government shelters to bring essential supplies […]
Merry Christmas from the ASPOA Executive Committee
Official News Communications The current ASPOA executive committee for 2023 – 2026 From top (left to right): Allen Nash – President , Ellil Lakshamanan – VicepresidentFrom second columnt: (left to right) Richard Mcnair – Treasurer. Ronaldo Lora – Secretary, Victoria Peden – Additional MemberPhotos are taken from the original pictures from this link officers On […]
NFOP receives parcels of Ostomy Bags from Donors
Official News Communications There were enough bags to spare and we were able to organize the annual Christmas Get Together enjoyed by the ostomy members. A shipment of ostomy bags from ASPOA namely Friends of Ostomates New Zealand, along with three additional parcels from New South Wales ostomy Australia, was received by the National Federation […]
Ostomate, IBD and Corum Seminar & Gathering 2025:
Official News Communications Participants of the seminar were composed of medical specialists, certified therapy nurses, and patient representatives all in one beautiful photo. Empowering Patients, Families, and Communities The “Ostomate, IBD and Corum Seminar & Gathering 2025” held on Saturday, 6 September 2025, at Summit Hotel, Subang Jaya. The event is organised by M&T Network […]
Singapore Joins Celebration of World Ostomy Day 2025
Official News Communications Ostomates, caregiver and healthcare professionals enjoying the celebration of World Ostomy Day sponsored by Ostomy Association of Sigapore. Singapore proudly joined the global ostomy community in celebrating World Ostomy Day on 4 October 2025, themed “Invisible Disabilities, Visible Support – The Global Unity of Ostomates.” Held at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, the […]
Turning Stigma into Strength: Indonesia’s Innovative Support Movement for Ostomates
Official News Communications Indonesia’s Innovative Support Movement for Ostomates Author: Widasari Sri Gitarja 1 ; Tommy Abbas 2 ; Rifa Qidya Ardi 3 123 WOCARE Indonesia; 2 MUSEUM Stoma; 3 WOCARE Centre In Indonesia, the journey towards acceptance and empowerment for ostomates living with a stoma has experienced a significant shift in recent years. While […]
World Ostomy Day Celebration 2025 Philippines
Official News Communications Participants both adult and young ostomates (urostomates too) graced the Ostomy Lay Forum as part of the World Ostomy Day Activities. World Ostomy Day was commemorated this year with a deeply meaningful and impactful lay forum centered on the sensitive topic of “People with a Stoma and Bullying.” The event brought together […]
Ostomates Under Pressure
Official News Communications Written by:Saravanan NagappanPresident, Malaysian Ostomy Association (MOsA) In recent years, there are many ostomate raising concern about quality of ostomy products. They have noticed a troubling trend, the cost of ostomy products is steadily rising, yet the quality of these essential medical supplies is on the decline. This growing disparity is causing […]
Intimacy. Self Image and Emotional Wellbeing after Ostomy Surgery
Official News Communications Speaker: Relationship Counselor & Clinical Sexologist Dr. Martha Tara Lee Frequently cited in the media, Relationship Counselor & Clinical Sexologist Dr. Martha Tara Lee of Eros Coaching has a doctorate in human sexuality, masters in counselling, two other degrees and many other qualifications. A certified sexuality educator and sexuality educator supervisor of […]