Bowel cancer is the third most common cancer in Scotland with almost 4,000 people diagnosed with the disease every year.
Although bowel cancer is common, it is also highly treatable if detected early. If we find bowel cancer early enough, there's more than a 90% chance of successful treatment. The sooner it's caught, the easier it is to treat.
Bowel Screening
All men and women aged 50-74 are invited for bowel screening. Bowel screening involves taking a simple test at home every two years.
If you are 75 or over you can still take a bowel screening test every two years if you want to, a test kit will not be sent automatically to you though you will need to request one.
If you are 75 or over you can still take a bowel screening test every two years if you want to, a test kit will not be sent automatically to you though you will need to request one.
Further Information
If you would like further information or support or wish to request a bowel screening kit, please speak to your GP practice or phone the Bowel Screening Helpline: 0800 0121 833
Email: tay.scottishbowelscreening@nhs.scot
Email: tay.scottishbowelscreening@nhs.scot