Bowel cancer15 hrs agoSimple test saved my life, says bowel cancer survivor His story is being highlighted as part of a Lancashire initiative aimed at increasing participation in bowel cancer screening15 hrs ago8 Oct 2026'You're made to feel like a criminal' - cancer survivor screamed at for stoma at airportPaul Scanlon says airport travel can be "degrading and humiliating" for people with stomas.8 Oct 202630 Sept 2026Bowel cancer screening expanded - but 50 year olds face five year waitFrom November, 59 year olds will begin to be invited to take part, with the age limit gradually reducing until everyone aged 50 to 74 is eligible by 2031.30 Sept 202623 Sept 2026Bowel cancer campaign aims to boost early diagnosisThe year-long scheme will work with healthcare professionals to raise awareness of symptoms.23 Sept 20267 Sept 2026Cancer patient wrongly dismissed as refusing testSunderland's coroner says she fears future deaths may occur unless issues are addressed.7 Sept 202624 Aug 2026Cancer trial offers non-surgical treatment hopeFindings suggest that organ‑preserving treatment may be an option for those with early rectal cancer.24 Aug 202622 Aug 2026Sanitary bins introduced in male toilets Liskeard Town Council has introduced sanitary bins in the men's toilets at its Public Hall venue. 22 Aug 202621 Aug 2026Nurse's 2,000-mile challenge for mum with cancerEllishia Lauder's mum Tracey Carter lives with a stoma bag following her diagnosis three years ago.21 Aug 202618 Aug 2026Bowel cancer cases in under-50s at record highThe number of younger people diagnosed with bowel cancer in Scotland reached a record high in 2024, new figures show. 18 Aug 2026...
