Ileostomy and Internal Pouch Association, known as IA, is a registered charity supporting people living with an ileostomy or internal pouch, their families, friends and carers.
Do you know about the Patients Association webinar series?
27th Oct 2026
The Patients Association is an independent charity that has championed the voices of patients across health and social care for more than 60 years. Its […]
Northamptonshire IA: Branches Unite to Strengthen Support Across the County
26th Oct 2026
The Northamptonshire Ileostomy & Internal Pouch Association (IA) has announced the amalgamation of its Northants and Kettering branches, creating a single, stronger support network for […]
Ella’s experience inspires survey on periods and stoma care
19th Oct 2026
A patient inspired by her own experience after stoma surgery has launched a short survey to find out whether others face similar challenges when managing […]
Milton Keynes Stoma Support Group is holding an open meeting on Saturday 17 October, from 10.30am to 12.30pm, at CPCC Community Hub, Springfield Boulevard, Springfield, […]
Travelling with confidence: IA shares insight and advice with BBC Wales on stomas and airport security
8th Oct 2026
While many people with a stoma travel regularly and report positive experiences, airport security can still be a source of anxiety, especially when staff are […]
SID Speaker Spotlight: How to Feel OK Even When You’re Not with Rosie Lawson
1st Oct 2026
On Saturday 10 October, Rosie Lawson Coaching will lead a practical and energising wellbeing workshop at Scottish Information Day (SID), helping attendees discover how they […]
Investigating quality of life in people with colorectal cancer
2nd Jul 2026
This research aims to investigate quality of life in people with colorectal cancer. Although colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK, […]
