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We welcome new NHS blood test trial to help spot bowel cancer earlier

Wednesday 4 November 2026

We have welcomed a new trial announced by the Department of Health and Social Care across at least 200 GP practices in England aimed at providing earlier diagnosis for cancers like bowel cancer.

Our response to the Wales National Cancer Strategy

Monday 2 November 2026

The Welsh Government is developing a National Cancer Strategy for Wales. To inform it, we've submitted evidence informed by experts in Wales and our patient community.

NCMAG approve treatment with aspirin after surgery for some bowel cancers in Scotland

Thursday 22 October 2026

The use of aspirin in the treatment for some colon cancers has been approved for use in NHS Scotland by the National Cancer Medicines Advisory Group (NCMAG).

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New research grants available to accelerate a ‘stage shift’ towards earlier diagnosis of bowel cancer

Friday 26 May 2023

We’re thrilled to announce that we will fund £200,000 worth of new bowel cancer research this year.

New study shows double testing of FIT is more effective at identifying bowel cancer

Wednesday 17 May 2023

Researchers have found that the accuracy of detecting bowel cancer is increased by carrying out a common test twice rather than once, according to a new study published in the British Journal of Surgery.

Important clinical trials now recruiting bowel cancer patients across the UK

Tuesday 9 May 2023

Following the positive results of a clinical trial for bowel cancer treatment, researchers are now recruiting people to take part in the next phase of the research.

Boost for bowel cancer research in Scotland as we announce first Surgical Research Chair

Friday 21 April 2023

We're delighted to announce that we've appointed Miss Farhat Din, in a move that will help drive forward vital research that could save the lives of thousands of people.

90-year-old 'marathon addict' is oldest competitor in 2023 TCS London Marathon, raising money for us

Thursday 20 April 2023

We're delighted that David is running as part of our team this year. The 90 year old will be walking the course and he's taking part in memory of his sister, who died of bowel cancer in 1974.

'This poster saved my life' – heart-warming message shows effectiveness of bowel cancer symptom poster

Friday 14 April 2023

Following his own experience Inspector Stuart King wanted to raise awareness about bowel cancer among his colleagues. He decided to start a 'Toilet Door Campaign'.

NHS England roll out routine Lynch syndrome testing for bowel cancer patients

Friday 7 April 2023

NHS England's national programme is successfully rolling out a genetic test for Lynch syndrome, an inherited condition that increases the risk of certain cancers, to those diagnosed with bowel cancer.

Dame Deborah James' legacy funds our vital work to raise awareness of bowel cancer

Wednesday 5 April 2023

We're delighted to announce that we've been awarded £883,000 from the Bowelbabe Fund to support a comprehensive bowel cancer awareness roadshow and primary care education programme.

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