29/10/2026
💙 BOWEL CANCER SCREENING – PLEASE DON'T IGNORE YOUR KIT! 💙
Did you know that bowel cancer screening can help detect signs of bowel cancer before you notice any symptoms? 🩺
The NHS bowel cancer screening programme offers eligible people a simple home test called the FIT kit (Faecal Immunochemical Test). It checks for tiny amounts of blood in your poo that you may not be able to see.
✅ If your screening kit arrives, please complete it and return it promptly.
✅ The test can help detect potential problems early, when treatment may be more effective.
✅ Screening is offered to eligible people even if they feel perfectly well.
📬 Lost your kit or need another one? Contact the NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme for advice.
⚠️ Don't wait for your screening invitation if you have concerns. If you notice blood in your poo, a persistent change in your bowel habits, unexplained weight loss or ongoing tummy pain, please contact your GP. These symptoms do not necessarily mean cancer, but they should be checked.
💙 Taking a few minutes to complete your kit could make a real difference. Please don't put it off.
📢 Please share this post to help raise awareness and encourage others to take part in bowel cancer screening.