31/05/2026
Most people don’t think twice about ongoing bloating, changes in bowel habits, or feeling unusually tired. Life gets busy, work piles up, and symptoms are easy to brush off.
But bowel cancer often starts with signs that people try to normalise.
This Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, it’s a reminder that early conversations with your GP matter, especially when symptoms keep coming back or don’t feel right.
Screening and early detection can significantly improve outcomes.
If you’ve noticed ongoing digestive changes, abdominal discomfort, blood in the stool, or you have a family history of bowel cancer, don’t keep putting it off.
A simple appointment could reassure you or help detect concerns earlier.
Book a GP appointment with our team to discuss bowel screening and your digestive health: https://bchc.com.au/book-online/