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- Bowel cancer
Bowel cancer is highly curable if found at an early stage.
- Bowel cancer screening
The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program (NBCSP) offers kits for free to Australians between the ages of 50 and 74 years of age.
- Cancer and heredity
Latest research suggests that most cancers are caused by environmental rather than genetic factors.
- Diverticulosis and diverticulitis
Diverticulosis and diverticulitis relate to the formation or infection of abnormal pouches in the bowel wall.
- Genetic testing for inherited cancer
A predisposition to certain cancers can be inherited via altered genes.
- Haemorrhoids
A diet high in fibre can both treat and prevent haemorrhoids.
- Health checks for men
Men should see their doctor for regular medical check-ups.
- Regular health checks
Regular health checks can help you identify any early signs of health issues.
- Kambo
The supply and use of Kambo was banned in Australia on 1 October 2021.
- Health checks for women
A woman at high risk of a particular disease should be checked more frequently and/or at an earlier age.