In this video, Jacqui Holker shares her experiences with Shahida, which prove the very real benefits of the screening process and the importance of the work of the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme.
Jacqui took the test on the 16th January and was quickly notified that some abnormalities had been detected, necessitating further intervention in the form of a colonoscopy.
The colonoscopy found a number of polyps which were promptly removed. Thankfully, these were all benign.
Jacqui is quick to praise the process and all involved, noting that the SSP nurses and medical staff were very good, being informative, caring and highly professional.
Many thanks to Jacqui for sharing her story.
Bowel Cancer Screening is available to everyone aged between 50 and 74 and takes the form of a testing kit which arrives through the post. If you are eligible but have not received a kit, please do not hesitate to call 0800 70 60 60. It might prove to be the most important phone call you’ll make.
Taking these tests is very, very easy and it can make a big difference to what happens to you.
