This tool is designed to assist GPs in the early diagnosis of patients with bowel cancer. Download PDF.
Bowel cancer – Optimal Care Pathway for GPs and Health Professionals – Quick reference guide
The optimal care pathways describe the standard of care that should be available to all cancer patients treated in Australia. Cancer care guides are also available for your patients to make sense of what should happen. Download PDF.
Guidelines for colorectal cancer screening by family history – Quick reference guide
This resource can help determine the type and frequency of bowel screening based on a patient’s family history. Download PDF.
Communication risks and benefits of colorectal cancer screening to patient’s at average risk of colorectal cancer
This resource helps demonstrate projected outcomes for Australians at average and moderate risk of different colorectal cancer screening options: a colonoscopy, FOBT or no screening at all. Download PDF.
Important information for GPs: National bowel cancer screening program
This resource outlines important information about the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program (NBCSP) including diagnostic accuracy, National Cancer Screening Register, public hospital referrals, and the impact of COVID-19 on screening. Download PDF.
Educational flipchart on bowel cancer for the Aboriginal community
This resource has been produced to support healthcare providers educate and engage with Aboriginal people about the importance of bowel cancer screening and encourage participation. Download PDF.
To request a copy email: wacpcn@health.wa.gov.au
Educational flipchart on bowel cancer for the community
This resource has been produced to support healthcare providers educate patients about the importance of bowel cancer screening and encourage participation. Download PDF.
To request a copy email: wacpcn@health.wa.gov.au
Bowel cancer reminder cards for patients
This wallet size reminder card can be handed to patients during consults to remind them to participate in the NBCSP. Health professionals and providers can order this resource for free via the Cancer Council WA resource order form.
Download Bowel Screening Reminder Card