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Join the Stoma Nursing team in their Stoma Service Podcast Series, as they talk about adjusting to living with a Stoma, tips on how to take care of yourself and your Stoma, and how you can continue to live life to the fullest. 
 Provided by the Northern Health and Social Care Trust in Northern Ireland, generously supported by funding from NHS Charities Together (https://nhscharitiestogether.co.uk/). A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions is here: https://bit.ly/3iRTeuU</description>
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 Provided by the Northern Health and Social Care Trust in Northern Ireland, generously supported by funding from NHS Charities Together (https://nhscharitiestogether.co.uk/). A brief online survey to give feedback and future suggestions is here: https://bit.ly/3iRTeuU</itunes:summary>
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Sr Karen McCain and the Stoma Nursing team share their expertise and knowledge on bowel habits and bowel health, providing helpful tips on how to manage Rectal Discharge. </itunes:summary>
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Sr Tracey Donnelly and the Stoma Nursing team give an overview of preparing for your Stoma procedure, including advice on what a Stoma is, how to keep your Stoma healthy, and management of your pouch. ]]>
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