It’s free, it’s easy, and it could save your life. The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program helps eligible Australians aged 45 to 74 check for early signs of bowel cancer from home.
Bowel cancer screening matters because bowel cancer can develop without obvious symptoms. Finding it early gives people the best chance of successful treatment, so completing the free screening test when eligible is an important step for your health.
Aged 45 to 74?
Ask your doctor about the free bowel screening test today, call Ruby Medical Centre on (08) 9786 6000, or visit National Bowel Cancer Screening Program website
- People aged 45 to 49 can request their first free kit online or by calling 1800 627 701.
- People aged 50 to 74 are mailed a free kit every 2 years.
- All people aged 45 to 74 can also ask their doctor about getting a kit.
- Find out how the home test works and what to do next at National Bowel Cancer Screening Program website
The test is free, simple and private. If a kit arrives in the mail, don’t leave it sitting around — take a few minutes to complete it and send it back. If you are unsure whether screening is right for you, or you have symptoms or a relevant medical history, speak with your doctor first.