Bowel Cancer Screening and Dietary Links

This chapter examines the launch of bowel cancer screening in the UK for individuals over 50, addressing the rise in disease prevalence and its potential dietary links. It discusses the relationship between Western diets, environmental factors, and genetic mutations in cancer development, while highlighting the impact of inflammation and the microbiome. The chapter also touches on recent advances in cancer therapy, emphasizing the importance of understanding the disease to improve treatment outcomes.