Bowel cancer can develop without any symptoms.
The good news is, there is a simple test that can help find bowel changes early. Australians between the ages of 50 and 74 years are sent a free bowel screening kit in the mail. If you receive a kit in the mail, do it, even if you feel well. People aged 45 to 49 can request their first bowel cancer screening kit by submitting a webform or ask your doctor, nurse or Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health worker. It could save your life!
If found early, bowel cancer can be successfully treated.
For more information about how to get tested for bowel cancer, visit the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program website, or call the information hotline on 1800 627 701 or ask your doctor, nurse or Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health worker.