Bowel Cancer UK

We undertake a range of activities in Northern Ireland as part of our work to save lives and improve the quality of life for all those affected by bowel cancer.

We raise awareness

A key part of our work in Northern Ireland is delivering bowel health and screening talks. This is an ideal way to raise awareness of Northern Ireland's second biggest cancer killer and encourage good bowel health.

Volunteers in Northern Ireland, who've been affected by bowel cancer in some way, deliver online bowel cancer awareness talks to workplaces and community groups, helping people to understand the signs, symptoms, and risk factors, as well as the importance of screening. Find out more and book a talk.

We offer a range of information and support you might find useful, including:

• a range of information about bowel cancer including symptoms, risk factors, screening, diagnosis, treatment and living with and beyond the disease
• order or download our free publications that are full of expert information
• information and advice on bowel cancer and the coronavirus pandemic
• a welcoming forum for everyone affected by bowel cancer to ask questions, read about people's experiences and support each other
• a range of Facebook groups offering help and support for anyone affected by bowel cancer
• our Ask the Nurse service, where you can contact our nurses with any questions or concerns about bowel cancer
• join our monthly online support groups for people with advanced bowel cancer and those living with a stoma
• real-life stories of people affected by the disease
• our support and information on emotional wellbeing is here for you and your loved ones
• online events across the UK to help people living with bowel cancer to learn more about their condition and to connect with others
• support and information about coping with grief and bereavement when someone you know and care for dies

If you have worrying symptoms, feel unwell or are experiencing problems or side-effects as a result of your treatment, please consult your doctor or healthcare team without delay.

The information we provide isn't a substitute for professional care and shouldn't be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or a disease.

We provide an information service only and are unable to offer medical advice, access emergency care or contact healthcare professionals directly.

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