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🎗️ APDOQ Bowel Cancer Awareness Walk 21 June 2026 🎗️Bowel cancer is one of Australia's most common cancers and is increa...
11/06/2026

🎗️ APDOQ Bowel Cancer Awareness Walk 21 June 2026 🎗️

Bowel cancer is one of Australia's most common cancers and is increasingly affecting younger Australians. Together, we can raise awareness, support research, and make a meaningful impact.
As Pakistani doctors and healthcare professionals, this is an opportunity for us to demonstrate our commitment to the health and wellbeing of all Australians.

Join us as we come together to support Bowel Cancer Australia as June is bowel cancer awareness Month

📅 Sunday, 21 June 2026
🕘 Arrival: 9:00 AM (Collect your Goodie Bag)
⏰ 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 South Bank, Brisbane
(Start: Cultural Centre Precinct → Walk to the iconic Brisbane Sign)

OPEN TO EVERYONE
Whether you are a doctor, medical student, healthcare professional, family member, friend, or simply wish to support this important cause, you are warmly invited to join us.

✅ FREE Registration (registration link will be live on website shortly)
✅ FREE Official Event T-Shirt
✅ FREE Goodie Bag
✅ Family-Friendly Event

While registration is completely FREE, we encourage participants to make an optional donation to support the incredible work of Bowel Cancer Australia. Every dollar raised will help awareness, research, and support for Australians (incuding us) affected by bowel cancer.

This event is proudly organised by APDOQ and generously supported by our sponsors.

Bring your family, friends, and let’s show that together we can make a difference.

🎗️ Walk for Awareness
🎗️ Walk for Prevention
🎗️ Walk for Hope

We look forward to seeing you there and walking together for a great cause.

APDOQ Executive Committee

Bowel Cancer Screening Saves Lives — But Too Many Australians Are Missing OutThe latest National Bowel Cancer Screening ...
10/06/2026

Bowel Cancer Screening Saves Lives — But Too Many Australians Are Missing Out

The latest National Bowel Cancer Screening Program report reveals that while participation has increased slightly to 41.7%, nearly 6 in 10 eligible Australians still do not complete their free bowel cancer screening test.

Key findings:
✔️ 6.28 million Australians aged 50–74 were invited to participate.
✔️ Only 41.7% completed their screening test.
✔️ 86,089 participants (5.9%) had a positive result requiring further investigation.
✔️ Just 11.5% received a follow-up colonoscopy within the recommended 30 days.

Bowel cancer often develops without symptoms in its early stages. A simple screening test can detect hidden blood in the stool and identify potential problems before they become serious.

If you're aged 50–74 and receive a bowel screening kit in the mail, don't put it aside. Completing the test could save your life.

We’re proud to be supporting APDOQ’s Bowel Cancer Awareness Walk on Sunday 21 June 2026.As a group of gastroenterologist...
09/06/2026

We’re proud to be supporting APDOQ’s Bowel Cancer Awareness Walk on Sunday 21 June 2026.

As a group of gastroenterologists, we see first-hand the impact bowel cancer has on patients and families. Prevention, early detection, and awareness are at the heart of our work - and this cause is one that sits especially close to home for our team.

Sunday, 21 June 2026
9:30am – 11:00am
South Bank, Brisbane
(Start: Cultural Centre Precinct → walk to the Brisbane Sign)

This is a community event open to everyone — healthcare professionals, students, families, friends, and anyone who would like to come together in support of bowel cancer awareness.

More details will be shared soon.

Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers, but it is also one of the most preventable and treatable when detected e...
07/06/2026

Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers, but it is also one of the most preventable and treatable when detected early.

Knowing the warning signs can make a real difference. Symptoms may include:
✔️ Blood in the stool
✔️ Persistent changes in bowel habits
✔️ Unexplained weight loss
✔️ Ongoing abdominal pain or discomfort

Regular screening can detect bowel cancer before symptoms even appear, helping save lives through early intervention.

This Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, take a moment to learn the signs, discuss screening with your doctor if appropriate, and encourage your loved ones to do the same.

💙 Early detection saves lives.

We are pleased to introduce Dr. Mark Cornwell, a highly experienced Gastroenterologist specializing in Inflammatory Bowe...
03/06/2026

We are pleased to introduce Dr. Mark Cornwell, a highly experienced Gastroenterologist specializing in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, liver care, and advanced endoscopic procedures. With a strong commitment to clinical excellence and medical education, Dr. Cornwell brings extensive regional and public health expertise to our Ipswich community.

Join us in welcoming Dr. Terry Holt to My Gut Care. Dr. Holt’s medical expertise is backed by a foundational career as a...
01/06/2026

Join us in welcoming Dr. Terry Holt to My Gut Care. Dr. Holt’s medical expertise is backed by a foundational career as an analytical chemist and a Ph.D. in the metabolic consequences of chronic disease from the University of Queensland. An accomplished researcher, he has published over two dozen papers and collaborated with institutions like Cambridge University and the WHO. For the past 22 years, he has been proudly serving the Ipswich community, providing dedicated, high-quality specialist care.

World Digestive Health Day. 29-05-2026.
27/05/2026

World Digestive Health Day. 29-05-2026.

Eid Mubarak to all those celebrating — Wishing you and your loved ones health, happiness, and countless blessings.
27/05/2026

Eid Mubarak to all those celebrating — Wishing you and your loved ones health, happiness, and countless blessings.

🦠 Antibiotics may affect your gut health for YEARS — not just days.A new large study highlighted by the World Gastroente...
24/05/2026

🦠 Antibiotics may affect your gut health for YEARS — not just days.

A new large study highlighted by the World Gastroenterology Organisation found that even a single course of certain antibiotics may alter the gut microbiome for up to 8 years. Some antibiotics were linked to reduced bacterial diversity and an increase in bacteria associated with obesity, diabetes, and inflammation. (WGO)

Antibiotics are often life-saving and absolutely necessary in many situations — but this research reminds us why they should be used carefully and only when truly needed.

Your gut microbiome plays an important role in:
✔️ Digestion
✔️ Immunity
✔️ Metabolism
✔️ Overall health

Simple ways to support gut health after antibiotics may include:
🥗 A high-fibre diet
🍎 Diverse plant-based foods
🥛 Fermented foods (when appropriate)
💧 Good hydration
🏃 Regular physical activity

Always speak with your doctor before starting probiotics or supplements.

At My Gut Care, we continue to follow emerging microbiome research closely as we learn more about the connection between gut bacteria and long-term health.

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