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Did you know vacuuming the house or running after the kids could lower your risk of some cancers?
New research led by the University of Sydney reveals the potential benefits of vigorous incidental activity. The study suggests a total of just 4.5 minutes of vigorous activity that makes you huff and puff during daily tasks could reduce the risk of some cancers by up to 18 percent and up to 32 percent for cancers linked to physical activity.
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On 1 November 2019, a number of changes to colonoscopy and related items came into effect, resulting in eight new MBS items and the removal of four existing items.
The new Medicare item numbers for colonoscopy were the most dramatic change since they were created, and while there are no restrictions for people accessing colonoscopy if they have new symptoms or a positive screening test result, many patients with a personal or family history of the disease have been affected, resulting in stress and anxiety.
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The latest AIHW National Bowel Cancer Screening Program (NBCSP) Report (2020-21) reveals participation rates in the Government program have fallen for a second time within a decade from 43.8% (2019-20) to 40.9% (2020-21).
The current participation rate is now the same rate as it was in 2015-16.
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Founded on the belief that success means nothing unless you’re giving back, Francesca Jewellery combines beautiful design with an empowering purpose.
Francesca is supporting Bowel Cancer Australia for its fourth year with their Awareness Bracelet campaign. $20 from every bracelet purchased is donated to support those affected by bowel cancer.
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Grampians Health is delighted to welcome a new dedicated Bowel Care Nurse, a position funded by Bowel Cancer Australia to provide tailored support to bowel cancer patients across the region.
Jaymee Goldsmith, a registered nurse who has specialist knowledge and experience caring for patients with bowel cancer, will be working two days a week at Ballarat Base Hospital and St John of God Hospital Ballarat to support bowel cancer patients across the Grampians region and assist them in their treatment journey.
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Bowel Cancer Australia launched the final instalment of its bold 'Give a $#*! About Your Bowel' advertising campaign featuring acclaimed actress Miriam Margolyes OBE in the lead up to Bowel Cancer Awareness Month 2023.
The third instalment of this high impact series focuses on 'cancer' with a clear message that when caught early almost 99% of bowel cancer cases can be successfully treated.
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Bowel Cancer Australia Medical Director and recently retired colorectal surgeon, A/Prof Graham Newstead AM was recently made an Honorary Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (ACS).
The award was accompanied by the citation: “The American College of Surgeons pays tribute to your outstanding achievements in surgery, your international reputation, and your distinguished humanitarian services”.
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The latest AIHW National Bowel Cancer Screening Program (NBCSP) Report (2019-2020) reveals participation rates continue to remain static at 43.8% (2018-19: 43.5%) and colonoscopy wait times for those who receive a positive screen continue to exceed the recommended 30 days.
According to the report, 5.76 million people aged 50-74 were invited to participate in the NBCSP in 2019-20 and 2.52 million tests were returned.
According to the report, 5.76 million people aged 50-74 were invited to participate in the NBCSP in 2019-20 and 2.52 million tests were returned.
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Biomarker testing identifies the unique mutations in your tumour, helping your medical team develop a treatment plan that is tailored to you, more efficient, and less likely to provide unnecessary side effects.
Dying tumour cells release small pieces of their DNA into the bloodstream. These pieces are called circulating tumour DNA (ctDNA).
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