Never2Young Advocacy Agenda

People born in 1990 onwards have double the risk of colon cancer and quadruple the risk of rectal cancer compared with people born in 1950.
Bowel cancer incidence is rising in those under age 50, while declining in older age groups
Young patients are more likely to be diagnosed with Stage III or IV bowel cancer and face unique challenges.
Never2Young is a Bowel Cancer Australia initiative, helping to raise awareness of young-onset bowel cancer and providing resources uniquely designed for younger people.
Help us to challenge perceptions and create a powerful voice for change by sharing our Never2Young Advocacy Agenda with your family, friends, colleagues and networks.
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Please join us in calling for:

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Because you’re #Never2Young to have bowel cancer.

Screening Options For People Aged 75+

Bowel Cancer Australia recommends participating in screening appropriate to your personal level of risk.
Bowel cancer claims the lives of 4,503 Australians over the age of 75 every year, yet people aged 75 and over are not eligible to participate in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program (NBCSP).
The decision to be screened for people over the age of 75 should be based on an individual’s preferences, life expectancy, overall health, and prior screening history.
If you are aged over 75, talk to your GP about how to obtain a screening test. Alternatively screening tests can be purchased from Bowel Cancer Australia online or by calling 1800 555 494.
Bowel cancer risk increases with age.
Bowel Cancer Australia continues to advocate for expansion of the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program, beyond age 74 to help save more lives.