- Almost a third of eligible people in England, specifically 29%, do not complete their bowel cancer screening tests, according to Bowel Cancer UK.
- The national average uptake for the faecal immunochemical test (Fit) in England is 71%, which is sent to individuals aged 50 to 74.
- Regional disparities exist, with NHS Devon ICB showing the highest uptake at 76% and NHS North West London ICB the lowest at 56%.
- Bowel Cancer UK highlighted that while progress has been made, there is still significant room to improve screening participation.
- Early detection through screening is crucial as it significantly increases the chances of survival, with over nine in 10 people surviving when diagnosed at the earliest stage.
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