Lowered eligible age for bowel screening

From 1 July 2024, The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program is lowering the eligible starting age from 50 to 45 years.

  • People aged 45 to 49 can request their first bowel cancer screening kit. 
  • People aged 50 to 74 will continue to receive a bowel cancer screening kit every 2 years. 

How to get your free test kit

You can request your first free kit by submitting the webform or calling 1800 627 701.

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Aged 45 to 49 and want a kit?

Request your kit

All eligible people aged 45 to 74 can also ask their doctor about getting a kit

Your next test kit will automatically be mailed every 2 years after your last screening test is completed.

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