Toronto Woman Champions Ostomy Awareness Through Social Media

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Past Member
Feb 28, 2023 7:35 pm

I was reading an article today titled "Toronto woman uses the power of social media to raise ostomy awareness." Jessica Grossman started uncoverostomy.org in 2009 to share ostomy awareness. "Grossman recently celebrated her 20-year ostomy anniversary and was even featured in People magazine for her work to bring awareness to ostomies, and reduce the stigma surrounding the bag." 💪❤️

Here is the link to the article if anyone is interested: https://toronto.citynews.ca/2023/02/24/toronto-woman-ostomy-awareness/

 

Morning glory
Feb 28, 2023 7:44 pm

Thanks, Sally, interesting article. Jessica is an inspiration to put herself out there to educate others about a hidden but lifesaving procedure.

Bill

I’d like to write a nice review
that might express something quite new.
Then I read previous points of view,
which said the things I wanted to.
I would endorse the things I’ve read
about what other folks have said,
for these are the benefits and things
that joining a site like this can bring.
When I was an initiate, (novice)
it seemed to be appropriate
to express myself in rhyme
as this is how I spend my time.
When contemplating what to write
with contributing to this site,
it seemed to me, my ostomy
could be expressed in poetry.
Thus, when I had something to say,
a rhyme, for me seemed the best way,
for rhymes can often capture stuff
that prose don’t capture quite enough.
I do appreciate the way,
this site lets people have their say
in whatever mode they will
about the things that make them ill.
There are not many forums for
discussing stuff most folks abhor.
So, this site fulfils a small niche,
where angst and problems can unleash.
Where raw emotions can decant,
so, folks feel free to have a rant,
and we can all associate
is something I appreciate.
                           B. Withers 2021

Past Member
Feb 28, 2023 8:15 pm

She really is an inspiration. 😍 I didn't even know what an ostomy was until I needed one.

Justbreathe
Mar 01, 2023 12:32 pm

You know I have to say it... Grossman... exposing ostomy awareness - seems fitting. jb