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National Bowel Cancer Screening Program – pre-invite letter
This letter tells people about the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program and encourages them to participate.
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program – invitation letter
People aged 50 to 74 will receive this letter in the mail, along with a bowel cancer screening test kit. This is part of the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program.
Modelled analysis of hypothetical impacts of COVID-19 related disruptions to the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program
This report outlines the impact of COVID-19 on the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. By simulating, comparing and reporting on multiple scenarios, the Cancer Council NSW have modelled and analysed potential effect of disruptions to the screening program due to COVID-19.
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program – information booklet
This booklet provides information about the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. It tells you about bowel cancer, the screening process and what happens after you get your results.
healthdirect find a health service
Use this tool to find a health service near you. You can choose the type of service you need (such as general practice or dentist) and narrow the results to suit your needs (such as bulk billing or free parking) and location. It is available online at any time.
Stop smoking start repairing – health benefits for men
This poster shows how your body starts repairing once you stop smoking.
Part of a collection: National Tobacco Campaign – resourcesNational Bowel Cancer Screening Program – Participant Details Form
This is a sample of the form that is sent to people eligible to participate in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program.
Prostate cancer screening – position statement
Statement from the Standing Committee on Screening about what men need to consider before they decide to get tested for prostate cancer.
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program – colonoscopy brochure
This brochure explains what a colonoscopy is and how it is done. It outlines how to prepare and what happens after the test.
Part of a collection: National Bowel Cancer Screening Program – clinical resourcesNational Bowel Cancer Screening Program – lifesaver brochure
This brochure provides some simple facts about bowel cancer and the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program.
healthdirect symptom checker
Use this tool if you’re feeling unwell and not sure what to do — if it’s an emergency, call 000 immediately. Answer some questions about your symptoms and get advice on whether to see a doctor, go to hospital or call an ambulance. It is available online at any time.
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program – invitation letter for 73 to 74 year olds
People aged 73 to 74 will receive this letter in the mail, along with their final bowel cancer screening test kit. This is part of the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program.
This is an educational video for parents on the benefits of the HPV vaccination.
Part of a collection: HPV CampaignHPV vaccine — Preventing human papillomavirus (HPV) cancers and diseases by vaccination brochure
This brochure provides information about the benefits of the HPV vaccination.
Part of a collection: HPV CampaignNational Bowel Cancer Screening Program – home test kit instructions
There are 4 easy steps to completing a home test kit for bowel cancer. Find out what the kit contains and how to do the test.
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program – lifesaver poster
This A3-sized poster encourages people to take part in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program.
Indigenous bowel screening flip chart
The flip chart is designed to be used by health professionals talking with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people about bowel screening. It can be used with small groups or with a single person.
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program – Results notification letter – positive
This is an example of the letter sent to people who have done the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program test to tell them their test was positive and what they need to do next.
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program – Results notification letter – negative
This is an example of the letter sent to people who have done the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program test to tell them their test was negative.
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program policies
The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program is supported by a number of frameworks and strategies. They guide how the program is delivered and make sure that high standards are maintained and best practice followed.
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program – Policy Framework
This framework supports the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. It outlines best practices in implementing the Program, the screening process itself and how the Program will be managed and reviewed.
Part of a collection: National Bowel Cancer Screening Program policiesProstate problems and poor bladder control
Prostate problems can cause poor bladder control. This fact sheet outlines the types of surgery available for treatment of this problem.
Pelvic floor muscle training for men
This fact sheet provides information about pelvic floor muscle training for men.
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program – research and evaluation
We regularly review our bowel screening program campaigns to make sure they are effective. Independent researchers consult a wide range of stakeholders as part of their research. These reports outline the findings of the research done so far.
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program – Campaign evaluation 2016
This report evaluates the effectiveness of the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program’s 2016 campaign, ‘A gift for living’.
Part of a collection: National Bowel Cancer Screening Program – research and evaluation