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Read the latest edition of Chew Magazine

January 15, 2026

Don’t miss the Winter 25/26 edition of Chew – a celebration of the courage and connection within the OA/TOF and VACTERL community.

This jam-packed issue is overflowing with inspiration, from Corey’s brave return to the football pitch after heart surgery to Rhiannon’s breath taking fundraising trek to Everest Base Camp.

You will also find essential medical updates from Dr. Caroline Love, celebration of life milestones like weddings and awards and an inside look at how our “Cuppa and Chat” sessions are providing a vital lifeline for parents and adults alike.

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Eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties in OA/TOF

Watch: Eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties in children born with OA/TOF

We are happy to release the first presentation from our 2026 Seminar held at the Institute of Child Health (ICH) in London. In this presentation, Dr Alex Stewart, Speech and

Lost twin study: an update

This update is related to the Possible link between OA/TOF and “lost twin” study. Visit the research page for more information. By Charles Shaw-Smith, Consultant Clinical Geneticist at Royal Devon

TOFS recognised at BAPS Congress

Congratulations to former TOFS trustee, Graham Slater who was recognised at the recent British Association of Paediatric Surgeons (BAPS) Congress. BAPS President Sean Marven praised Graham for his outstanding contribution

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