In the case of bowel cancer, around 1,500 men in Ireland develop the disease every year. They also encourage us to spot the warning signs of bowel cancer, regardless of age or when we were last screened. Here, five participants in our campaign share their views on why prioritising health — including doing the BowelScreen test — is non-negotiable for men. “Taking a free bowel test could save your life. For information on bowel cancer screening and using home test kits, see: hse.ie/conditions/bowel-screening

Source: Irish Examiner March 27, 2026 02:00 UTC