#BowelCancerAwareness

[nexussurgical]

Make the Most of Life with Colorectal Cancer

Living with colorectal cancer can be tough, but that doesn’t mean you can’t thrive, not just survive.

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News from Australia, 18 July

Constitutional expert Prof Greg Craven is furious at being quoted in the no campaign's essay and will complain to the Australian Electoral Commission.

Craven accuses the no campaign of misleading conduct and criticizes their essay as embarrassing, while prominent yes campaigners slam it as cooked and filled with misleading information.

The no essay includes quotes from Craven that oppose the voice, despite him publicly supporting it, leading to accusations of misleading and disreputable tactics.

2. Labor plans to scrap the policy that strips government subsidies and loans from university students who fail half their subjects.

The interim review of the university system highlights inequality in higher education and the need to address student safety and staff underpayments.

The government aims to increase university enrolments and boost participation from disadvantaged backgrounds to meet the future skills challenge.

More on this:

The majority of Australians will have a university degree in the next 15 years, emphasizing the increasing demand for educated workers. The Australian government recognizes the need for changes in the university system to make it more accessible to students from various backgrounds, including those from outer suburbs, regions, poor backgrounds, students with disabilities, and Indigenous students. The government has outlined immediate actions to address these challenges, such as abolishing the 50% pass rule, increasing funding for First Nations students, establishing additional Regional University Study Hubs, and providing support for universities to improve governance.

3. The Federal Court in Australia has ruled that the government's plan to build a nuclear waste dump on the land of the Barngarla people in South Australia cannot proceed.

The court found that there was "apprehended bias" and "pre-judgment" by the former resources minister, Keith Pitt, in deciding on the location of the facility.

The Barngarla Determination Aboriginal Corporation (Bdac) had challenged the decision, arguing that the minister had already made up his mind before the formal declaration.

The Barngarla people celebrated the court's ruling, stating that it was a victory for listening to and respecting First Nations people.

The government had spent nearly $14 million in legal costs fighting the Barngarla people's opposition.

Environmental campaigners argue that the waste should be kept at the Lucas Heights facility in Sydney instead.

The current resources minister, Madeleine King, said she would review the ruling.

4. July is bowel cancer awareness month in Australia. The National Cancer Screening Register (NCSR) is a digital platform that aims to increase participation in screening programs for bowel and cervical cancer.

5. A new report has found that more Australians are living alone than ever before. Based on the latest census data, the Australian Institute of Family Studies report found more than one in four households, 26% are now occupied by one person. The average Australian household has shrunk from 2.6 people in 2016 to 2.5 people in 2021, the first decrease in household size since the year 2000. Those living alone are mostly women at 55%, with half the women living alone aged 65 years or older. The report also found that Australian households are more diverse, with more than 1/3 their immigrant households and increasing proportions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders [per Nirs News/Triple A | Murri Country].

[wethedailychemist]

It’s possible not just to survive, but to thrive and to live a healthy, wonderful life again! In this Bowel Cancer Awareness Day, 2022 let's take a pledge to aware people about bowel cancer as much as we can.

[yourtheonewhosealwaysonmymind]

Up close & personal 🗣 @bowelcanceruk #bowelcancer #bowelcancerawareness https://www.instagram.com/laurasmith__27/p/BpstuxbgX3U/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1x9yx4b7fiqna

[paprikajewellery]

Do you know anyone who's been diagnosed with bowel cancer? Nearly 14 years ago my lovely auntie was diagnosed aged just 42. It was advanced and she died just a few weeks later. I see her smiling in our wedding photos, from 2 years earlier and still feel her loss. She was diagnosed when my Grandpa was dying of cancer in his 90s. At his funeral my heart broke when I saw my brave, but lost 13 year old cousin; representing her parents and younger brother. 14 years is an incredibly long time in the world of medical research, but the number of young people diagnosed with bowel cancer has increased by 25% in this time. It's difficult to diagnose in young people, but this has to change! The Never Too Young campaign was started by Bowel Cancer UK to give younger patients a voice and change clinical practice and policy for people diagnosed under the age of 50. Every year 2,500+ younger people are diagnosed. Bowel Cancer UK has commissioned research to speed up the diagnosis and treatment for under 50s and have discovered that: “Younger patients [have] to see their GP many times before being referred for crucial...test[ing]. Access to genetic testing – ...[for] Lynch syndrome...[which] increases risk of bowel cancer at a younger age... Regular [colonoscopies for high risk patients can]...reduce the chance of dying from bowel cancer by 72%... A lack of awareness of symptoms...[in health professionals] and [people don't think it affects under 50s which leads] to delays in seeking help” We're all embarrassed about our bowels, but it's better to be embarrassed than be diagnosed too late? Go to bowelcanceruk.org.uk for info. Can you support the Never Too Young campaign by sharing your story? . . . . #StrengthOfTears #Never2Young #Bowelcancer #bowelcancerawarenessmonth #bowelcanceruk #bowelcancerawareness #beatingbowelcancer #standuptocancer #cancerawarness #invisibleillnesses #invisibleillnessawareness #raiseawareness #innerstrength #nevergiveup #toughdays #nevergivesup #cancerfight #cancerfighters #fightcancertogether #beatingcancertogether #cancerfight #nevergiveuphope #togetherwerebetter — view on Instagram http://bit.ly/2v0HTjy

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Cancer-Fighting Foods !!! 

#pcos #osteoporosis #pelvicinstability #bowelcancer #cancerexercise #bowelcancerawareness #chemotherapy #radiotherapy #wellness #wellbeing #health #healthiswealth #fitness #constipationrelief #nutritionplan #kale #superfoods #food #broccoli #cabbage

[catherinesaxelby]

Hon me on Day 5 of my Vegetable Challenge: today's tip - add veggies to boost your fibre (fiber) intake. Most of us think of bran or breakfast cereals for fibre, but there’s heaps of fibre in vegetables too. Think cauliflower, cabbage and Brussels sprouts. There’s convincing evidence that foods containing dietary fibre protect against bowel cancer (10 per cent decrease in risk for every extra 10 grams eaten each day). Dark yellow vegetables and apples were found to be associated with a reduced risk of cancer in the distal colon, which is closer to the rectum. #BowelCancerAwareness #Beatable #Treatable #Preventable #GetBehindIt #5adaychallenge

[eatmovesmile]

Bowel cancer awareness month

This month, please consider how you can prevent bowel cancer, Australia’s 2nd deadliest cancer. 

There are a range of lifestyle factors that can help to reduce your risk including dietary changes, not smoking, exercising regularly and participating in regular bowel cancer screening (particularly for those with risk factors or over 50 years).

This year we would like to focus on the dietary changes that can help to reduce your risk. You can learn more about bowel cancer and other risk factors at the link below.

What is bowel cancer?

 https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org/what-is-bowel-cancer

Modifiable risk factors:

https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org/modifiable-risk-factors

A few tips for your diet:

Try having meatless meals

Check out our recipe this week for Veggie and Chickpea Curry, it has a few ingredients but is actually easy to make and tastes great!  Legumes, such as chickpeas, provide a good source of fibre, vitamins and minerals and protein, so a great meal alternative. 

Try a wholesome vegetable and legume soup for a warming winter meal, served with some wholegrain bread. For more recipes just search our site. Try this Carrot and Lentil soup, pictured below, recipe here.

Include dairy foods

The inclusion of at least 2 serves of low fat dairy daily not only provides essential calcium and other nutrients but evidence suggests that having 200ml milk or equivalent of 200mg of dietary calcium per day is associated with a 6% reduction in bowel cancer risk (see above link). Try adding some dairy at meals or snack times, e.g. add milk or yoghurt to your cereal at breakfast; try a slice or two of cheese in your lunchtime sandwich, or some crackers and cheese as a snack, and consider a dairy based dessert with your evening meal, yoghurt or custard are great options.  Adding a simple glass of milk at supper can also help you sleep! 

Include wholegrains

Consuming wholegrains and foods containing dietary fibre decreases the risk of bowel cancer. Eating 3 servings (a total of 90 grams) of wholegrains a day, such as brown rice or wholemeal bread, can reduce the risk of bowel cancer by 17%.

Fill two-thirds or more of your plate with wholegrains, vegetables, fruits, beans and nuts and no more than one-third with animal protein such as poultry or lean red meat.

Remember to get outside and enjoy some winter sunshine and go for a walk, run, or whatever physical activity you enjoy!

[yourtheonewhosealwaysonmymind]

So, this happened today 🙈 I was asked by someone from @bowelcanceruk if I didn’t mind if they passed my details to a journalist who wanted to do a little write up of my story. Fast forward 8 weeks and here it is 💫 #bowelcancerawareness #bowelcancer #never2young #coloncancer #lynchsyndrome #decembeard #chat #interview #magazine #awareness #bestofchat https://www.instagram.com/laurasmith__27/p/BprwlWXAliq/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=t2daxh2s34sx

[wethedailychemist]

Let's come together to fight bowel cancer. Just do 30 minutes of physical activity every day for 30 days during the month of June and see the results. #bowelcancer #bowelcanceruk #bowelcancerawareness #bowelcancersurvivor #bowelcancersucks #health #cancercure #cancersolution

[eatmovesmile]

Recipe of the week: Five-spice Chicken & Vegie Stir-fry

On Tuesday, June 2nd, we held a cooking demonstration at The Big Bowel exhibit at Bunnings Swan Hill. Renae, one of our Accredited Practising Dietitians, provided information about the benefits of a healthy diet for cancer prevention, while demonstrating how to cook this easy and delicious stir-fry served with Doongarra brown rice. Renae will be providing this demonstration again today, Wednesday June 3rd, at 1pm, so come along and have a taste!

Serves 4

Cost per serve $4.80

Time to make 20 min

gluten free 

dairy free

1 tablespoon olive oil

600g chicken breast fillets

1 teaspoon Chinese five spice

1x 400g bag fresh (or frozen) stir-fry vegetable mix

1 bunch bok choy, stems and leaves separated, chopped

¼ cup gluten free oyster sauce

1 long fresh chilli, finely sliced

2 x 250g packets microwavable brown rice, to serve

1.     Heat olive oil in a large wok or large, deep non-stick fry pan set over high heat. Sprinkle chicken with spice and, adding to wok (or pan) in batches, stir-fry for 3-4minutes or until almost cooked through; remove from pan and set aside.

2.    Add vegetable mix and bok choy stems to wok with ¼ cup water; stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, or until veg are tender and water has evaporated.  Return reserved chicken to wok with bok choy leaves, oyster sauce and have the chilli.  (Add an extra ¼ cup water to thin sauce, if necessary.) Stir-fry mixture for 2 minutes, or until chicken is cooked and veg are heated through.

3.    Meanwhile, microwave rice according to packet instructions and divide among 4 bowls.  Top rice with chicken stir-fry, garnish with remaining chilli and serve.  

Acknowledgements: Healthy Food Guide Magazine, May 2015