Bowel screening can save lives
Bowel cancer is one of the deadliest and most common cancers in Australia. However, if found early, more than 90% of cases can be successfully treated. This Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, we are encouraging patients to participate in bowel screening.
Bowel cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, develops from the inner lining of the bowel and is usually preceded by growths called polyps, which may become invasive cancer if undetected.
How to do it
The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program reduces illness and death from bowel cancer by detecting the early signs of the disease using a free, simple test that can be done at home.
People aged 50 to 74 receive a bowel cancer screening kit in the post every 2 years. People aged 45 to 49 can request their first kit by submitting a webform or calling 1800 627 701.
If you are experiencing bowel cancer symptoms, don’t wait for your kit in the post. Speak with your doctor today.
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