Tools to aid parastomal hernia prevention

• Dietitians of Canada - BMI Calculator

– Provides calculator to determine BMI and the associated classifications. For more information see: https://www.unlockfood.ca/en/Articles/Weight-Loss/BMI-Calculator.aspx

• Government of Ontario - Canada’s food guide

– Provides an overview of how to make healthy food choices. For more information see:  https://food-guide.canada.ca/en/ 

• Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada

– Provides general advice to minimize the risk of parastomal hernia after surgery, including abdominal exercises following stoma forming: http://nswoc.ca/parastomal-care/