2019 Coming Attractions

Ostomy-Related Events

2019 is heating up with ostomy-related regional events from health and supplier fairs to education days and conferences. See below for a Regional Event near you!

11th Annual Iowa Ostomy Education Day
April 6, 2019: Waterloo, Iowa

Quality Life Association (QLA) 34th Annual Conference
August 22-24, 2019: Knoxville, Tennessee

For more information on these or other upcoming regional events go to ostomy.org/Conferences_and_Events.

Crohn's & Colitis Foundation

Take Steps for Crohn's & Colitis and Camp Oasis

Take Steps walks offer a wonderful way for family, friends and the inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) community to come together to raise funds toward their mission. It's a nationwide event in more than 120 communities across the country. Register at cctakesteps.org.

Camp Oasis a is co-ed, residential summer camp program that provides kids with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis a safe and supportive camp community. Camps are held in 12 states. Find one near you at crohnscolitisfoundation.org.

Youth Rally

Youth Rally

More than 30 years after its inception, the Youth Rally remains a community for young people to meet others who live with similar medical conditions. Lasting friendships are formed in an atmosphere that promotes self-confidence and independence. Learn more about Youth Rally 2019 at youthrally.org.

Colon Cancer Coalition

Get Your Rear in Gear

Walk, run or ride in the largest colon cancer-focused event series in the country. Get Your Rear in Gear Run/Walk and Tour de Tush Bike Ride are sponsored by The Colon Cancer Coalition, a nationally recognized partner in the fight against colon cancer. This year, 45 events are planned across the nation. Find the one near you at coloncancercoalition.org or create your own local event!

United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA)

2019 National Conference and Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K

Don't miss the seventh national UOAA Conference in historical Philadelphia. Attend inspiring talks, educational workshops and exhibits. New this year: tracks for Pediatric, Young Adults and Caregivers. Enjoy a Roaring Twenties party socializing with new friends from around the country, or explore all the area has to offer. Be sure to stop by the Hollister booth and also visit our educational sessions! Go to ostomy.org for more information and to register.

UOAA's annual Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K events are held to educate, support, and raise community awareness about people living with an ostomy. These races will feature a DJ, kids' activities, incentivized fundraising, an ostomate division, and awards. Go to ostomy5k.org for more information and to sign up!