Awareness

Raising awareness of Bowel Cancer is crucial. Too many people either aren’t aware of the symptoms of bowel cancer or choose to ignore them. As far as awareness of cancers go, it is one of the least spoken about in the UK and we doing everything we can to change that.

Working across the region, we raise AWARENESS of the symptoms of bowel cancer across as well as prevention through healthy living. If caught early, over 90% of cases can be treated successfully. This could include YOU.

Whatever you do, don’t sit on it! Know the symptoms and tell your friends and family.

Through a region-wide survey we conducted, we unearthed some alarming statistics for the West Country:

KEEP INFORMED

The early stages of bowel cancer can have very few symptoms, so it is important to know what you're looking for and how to help prevent the disease. Seek medical help if you think you are at risk - and take the screening test if you are eligible.

KNOW
The Symptoms

MINIMISE
The Risk

More
About Screening