Bowel cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, can affect any part of the colon or rectum; it may also be referred to as colon cancer or rectal cancer, depending on where the cancer is located.
Bowel cancer screening is for people who do not already have bowel cancer, symptoms of bowel cancer, or any reason to have a high risk of bowel cancer.
Patient-centred care is healthcare that is respectful of, and responsive to, the preferences, needs and values of patients and consumers.
Bowel Cancer Australia provides essential support services uniquely designed for bowel cancer patients via our confidential Helpline with specialist telehealth support, as well as a national Peer-to-Peer Support Network and Buddy Program.
Bowel Cancer Australia funds research that has the potential to improve survival and/or help build a path toward a cure and integrates published research into our awareness, advocacy, and support strategies.
Bowel Cancer Australia relies upon donations and the support of hard working and enthusiastic fundraisers across the country to continue our life saving work. We raise funds to continue our life-saving work and inspire others to do the same, so everyone affected by bowel cancer can live their best life.
Stephanie is a stage 3 bowel cancer survivor diagnosed with early-onset bowel cancer at the age of 41.
Passionate about raising awareness and motivating real behavioural change for Australia’s second deadliest cancer, Stephanie brings her lived experience to every aspect of her role as Bowel Cancer Australia’s Marketing and Communications Manager.
With 30-plus years in communications, Stephanie is dedicated to raising the profile of bowel cancer and ensuring all Australians understand the symptoms of bowel cancer, the impact on the community and using her voice to continue to advocate for those living with or beyond bowel cancer.
Host of The Bottom Line Podcast and The Movement, Stephanie empowers others to tell their story through shared lived experience and authentic story telling.
Stephanie has held a variety of senior roles including Network Ten, Fremantle Media, AFL and board positions with Cancer Council Victoria and SugarbyHalf.
For assistance with media enquiries, including arranging interviews with any of our team (e.g. specialists, nurses, nutritionists, CEO) patients or loved ones from around Australia.