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Donating Unused Ostomy Supplies to Those in Need

This topic is about finding ways to donate unused ostomy supplies to people who need them, particularly in developing countries. If you have extra supplies and want to help, here are some suggestions:

1. Talk to your stoma or ostomy nurse. They often collect unused supplies and send them to charities that distribute them to developing countries.

2. Reach out to local branches of large aid organizations, like the Red Cross, or regional ostomy associations. They usually have information on individuals or programs that need supplies urgently.

3. Check with nearby hospices. Some of them accept ostomy equipment for the patients they care for.

4. Consider donating to Friends of Ostomates Worldwide (FOW). They accept donations and ship supplies globally. You will need to cover the shipping costs to their main warehouse in Louisville, Kentucky. You can find more information on their website: http://www.fowusa.org/newsite/page.php?page=home. FOW also has a chapter in Canada, but availability in the UK is uncertain.
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