June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
At KI Medical Clinic, we’re committed to delivering exceptional healthcare for Kangaroo Island—and that includes raising awareness about preventable and treatable conditions like bowel cancer, Australia’s 4th most common type of newly diagnosed cancers.
Bowel screening saves lives.
If you’re aged 45–74, you’re eligible for a free bowel cancer screening kit—just ask at reception.
If you’re aged 40–44 or 75–85, you may still be eligible after a chat with your GP.
Bowel cancer doesn’t discriminate—it can affect people of all ages. That’s why early detection is key, and can save lives.
99% of bowel cancers can be successfully treated in their early stages, but fewer than 50% are detected early!
5 Common Symptoms of Bowel Cancer
Blood in your stool or rectal bleeding
– Bright red or very dark blood should never be ignored.
Persistent changes in bowel habits
– Diarrhoea, constipation, or going more or less often than usual.
Unusual stool appearance
– Narrower stools, mucus in stool, or a feeling of incomplete emptying.
Abdominal discomfort
– Frequent cramps, bloating, or pain in the abdomen or rectum.
Unexplained fatigue or weight loss
– Often linked to anaemia or other underlying issues.
If you have any concerns or questions, please don’t hesitate to book an appointment with one of our GPs. We’re here to support you—because patient-centered care and prevention go hand in hand.
Call us on 8553 2037
Learn more: bowelcanceraustralia.org
