1. Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

2. Age – Majority of cases occur over age 50 Diet – Diet high in red or processed meat and low in fibre increases risk Lifestyle – Obesity, lack of exercise, high alcohol consumption, and smoking increase risk Family History Inflammatory Bowel Disease Type 2 Diabetes Risk factors Bleeding in Stool Change in bowel habit for 3 or more weeks Unexplained weight loss Unexplained, extreme tiredness Pain or lump in tummy Signs and Symptoms Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

3. Free Bowel Cancer Screening FOB Test : Kit sent home that tests for traces of blood in stool Invitation every 2 years for screening through post: men and women between 60-74 years Bowel cancer is very treatable but diagnosing it early is the key! Bowel Cancer Awareness Month

4. Missed your invitation? Over age 74? Request a screening kit by calling the free bowel cancer screening helpline 0800 707 6060 Free Bowel Cancer Screening