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There are many challenges facing hospitals and healthcare in the modern world we are living in. I've created this curation collection to save articles that help me understand what modern health in society is.  The articles here are general in nature and placed here to promote discussion. We advise that you talk with your health professional before changing any of your medication or treatment options.  Any of the online courses listed here may (or may not) be open for access or enrolment. Most are free to browse, some may charge a small fee if you wish to receive a certificate or record of learning.   Every effort is made to ensure that these links are up to date and be aware that some of these articles may be behind a 'paywall'. If you can’t get into an article, email me and I may be able to assist.  Views are my own.
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More young Australians are getting bowel cancer. Should the screening age be lowered?

More young Australians are getting bowel cancer. Should the screening age be lowered? | Hospitals and Healthcare | Scoop.it
Medical professionals say despite the fact one in 10 bowel cancer patients are under 50, we are not regularly screening for them, putting lives at risk
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This cancer is on the rise in young people, but screening starts at 50

This cancer is on the rise in young people, but screening starts at 50 | Hospitals and Healthcare | Scoop.it
Bowel cancer is increasingly being diagnosed in young Australians, but lowering the national screening age would do more harm than good, researchers say.
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Cancer Screening - Bowel Screening

Cancer Screening - Bowel Screening | Hospitals and Healthcare | Scoop.it
The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program (NBCSP) invites eligible people starting at age 50 and continuing to age 74 (without symptoms) to screen for bowel cancer using a free, simple test at home.

Australia has one of the highest rates of bowel cancer in the world. Around one in 23 Australians will develop bowel cancer during their lifetime.

The NBCSP aims to continue to reduce deaths from bowel cancer through early detection of the disease.
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Bowel Cancer - A simple test can save your life

Bowel Cancer - A simple test can save your life | Hospitals and Healthcare | Scoop.it
Are you or someone you love aged 50 or over? Then you or your loved one is at higher risk of bowel cancer. Find out how a simple test could save your life.
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What's behind the increase in bowel cancer among younger Australians?

What's behind the increase in bowel cancer among younger Australians? | Hospitals and Healthcare | Scoop.it
The rise in obesity parallels the increase in bowel cancer. Highly processed foods and alcohol could also play a role.
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