More than a third of UK adults unable to identify bowel cancer symptoms, research finds

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More than a third of UK adults are unable to identify the symptoms of bowel cancer, according to a new YouGov survey.This concerning lack of awareness comes despite bowel cancer being the fourth most common cancer in the UK, affecting approximately one in 15 men and one in 18 women.The survey revealed that just 22 per cent of people mentioned changes to bowel habits as a symptom.Only 12 per cent recognised bleeding from the bottom as a warning s…

More than a third of UK adults unable to identify bowel cancer symptoms, research finds

A YouGov survey conducted ahead of bowel cancer awareness month in April shows 35% of people in Great Britain do not know what the symptoms are.

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April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. Learn the signs of bowel cancer, the importance of early diagnosis, and where to get support. #PassItOn Every year in April, Bowel Cancer Awareness Month helps to shine a light on one of the most common types of cancer in the UK. It’s a vital opportunity to raise awareness of bowel cancer symptoms, encourage early diagnosis, and support those affected by the disease. What is Bowel Cancer? Bowel cancer — som…

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More Than A Third Of UK Adults Unable To Identify Bowel Cancer Symptoms, Research Finds - Great Yorkshire Radio

A YouGov survey conducted ahead of bowel cancer awareness month in April shows that 35% of people didn’t know what the symptoms were. Just over a fifth (22%) of people mentioned changes to bowel habits, while only 12% of people recognised bleeding from the bottom, and less than half (47%) of those asked mentioned blood in poo as a symptom. Bowel cancer is the UK’s second deadliest form of cancer, after lung. It claims 16,800 lives a year, accord…