UK Health Radio Podcast
UK Health Radio Podcast
38: Stoma4Life with Raphaela Reeb - Episode 38
38: Stoma4Life with Raphaela Reeb - Episode 38
38: Stoma4Life with Raphaela Reeb - Episode 38
Tuesday 18th March 2025
Join Raphaela Reeb and Natasha Rawls as they discuss advancements in stoma care, patient support, and advocacy on the UK Health Radio Podcast.
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Episode Overview
- The importance of raising awareness about bowel cancer and life with a stoma.
- Advancements in stoma care products that improve daily comfort.
- The role of patient-centred care in supporting ostomates.
- Challenges faced by ostomates and the importance of advocacy.
- Natasha Rawls' journey and contributions to stoma care nursing.
"We can live our best lives because of the fabulous stoma products that are out there."
In this episode of the UK Health Radio Podcast, Raphaela Reeb hosts the inspiring Stoma4Life show, dedicated to raising awareness about bowel cancer and life with a stoma. Raphaela, a colorectal cancer survivor herself, brings her unique perspective to the table, aiming to debunk myths and clear up misconceptions about stomas. This episode features an engaging conversation with Natasha Rawls, a highly respected stoma care nurse specialist, who has dedicated her career to improving patient support and stoma care services.
Natasha shares her journey from her early days at St. Thomas Hospital to her current role at the University Hospital Bristol and Western NHS Foundation Trust. She discusses the importance of patient-centred care, the advancements in stoma care products, and the challenges faced by ostomates. Natasha's passion for her work shines through as she talks about the significance of having a supportive network and the impact of new surgical techniques on recovery times.
The episode also touches on the latest innovations in stoma care, including skin-friendly barriers and more discreet pouching systems that are transforming the lives of ostomates. Raphaela and Natasha's conversation is both informative and uplifting, providing valuable insights for anyone living with a stoma or supporting a loved one. Tune in to learn more about the advancements in stoma care and the importance of advocacy in shaping better services for ostomates.
Don't miss this chance to hear from two passionate advocates who are making a real difference in the world of stoma care.