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Tamsin

"I had no symptoms...How could this be so? I was carrying these nasty passengers without any awareness of illness"

By Odessa Weber|2025-04-09T09:56:54+12:00April 9th, 2025|Comments Off on Tamsin
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Victoria – Nurse

'My advice is if you’re worried about your symptoms, even if they seem minor, see your GP'.

By Odessa Weber|2023-06-27T15:54:15+12:00February 3rd, 2021|Comments Off on Victoria – Nurse
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Dr Mathieson

Dr Anne Mathieson is a 36-year old GP and bowel cancer survivor - offering a unique perspective as a medical advisor.

By Odessa Weber|2023-02-13T21:10:31+13:00November 24th, 2020|Comments Off on Dr Mathieson
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Dr Sue Crengle

If you’re concerned about your doctor’s diagnosis, keep going back or get a second opinion.

By Odessa Weber|2023-04-28T00:18:00+12:00July 16th, 2020|Comments Off on Dr Sue Crengle
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Professor Frizelle

Only 10% of bowel cancer is inherited, so the way you live does have an impact says Professor Frizelle who treats bowel cancer patients almost everyday.

By Odessa Weber|2022-12-18T22:12:03+13:00January 8th, 2020|Comments Off on Professor Frizelle
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