HMS, HAG NSE-Bank 23a

The risk of developing colorectal (bowel) cancer increases from 50 years of age.

Outline possible challenges this situation could present for healthy ageing in Australia. (3 marks)

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Australia’s population is increasing in age, which could pose challenges for the timely diagnosis and treatment of bowel cancer.
A likely increase in the incidence of bowel cancer could lead to increased waiting times to access treatment.
Increased waiting times could result in higher mortality rates from bowel cancer.

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Australia’s population is increasing in age, which could pose challenges for the timely diagnosis and treatment of bowel cancer.
A likely increase in the incidence of bowel cancer could lead to increased waiting times to access treatment.
Increased waiting times could result in higher mortality rates from bowel cancer.