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Bowel Cancer

Bowel Cancer

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.
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Screening +
Colonoscopy

Screening + Colonoscopy

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.
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Diagnosis +
Treatment

Diagnosis + Treatment

Patient-centred care is healthcare that is respectful of, and responsive to, the preferences, needs and values of patients and consumers.
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Support
+ Care
Support + Care

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.
Support + Care
Research

Research

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.
Research
Get Involved
Get Involved

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.
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modifiable risk

Bowel Cancer News

A wooden shelf filled with various bottles of liquor, including spirits and bitters, arranged neatly.

February 5, 2026

Quit drinking fastest way to reduce cancer risk caused by alcohol

Bowel Cancer News

Two women tying their running shoes on a concrete surface, wearing athletic clothing and armbands for devices.

January 9, 2026

Common New Year’s resolution can help fend off bowel cancer, study finds

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A variety of fast food items including a burger, fries, chicken, donuts, cookies, candy, and a drink.

November 21, 2025

Junk food link to early-onset bowel cancer firms in new study

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A lineup of colorful soda bottles with condensation, featuring red, blue, green, orange, and yellow caps.

October 3, 2025

Sugary drinks may speed bowel cancer spread

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A hand holds tongs over a grill with burgers, hot dogs, and skewered sausages, surrounded by smoke.

June 27, 2025

The hidden risk on your plate: BBQ meat and bowel cancer

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A person sits on the floor, holding chips and a glass of soda, with snacks scattered around them and a remote nearby.

June 6, 2025

Understanding how childhood factors may affect bowel cancer risk in adulthood

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Smiling older woman with short gray hair holding a glass of milk, sitting on a couch with light blue and gray cushions.

February 5, 2025

A glass of milk could help reduce bowel cancer risk

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A person holds a white pill in one hand and a glass of water in the other.

August 22, 2024

Aspirin may cut bowel cancer risk – especially for those with ‘additional risk’ factors

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A variety of fresh green vegetables including spinach, lettuce, chard, green onions, and herbs on a wooden background.

January 30, 2024

Increasing folate