Lifetime risk: 1 in 14 (1 in 13 men, 1 in 15 women) Australians will be diagnosed with Bowel Cancer
Source: Zurich Cost of Care Volume 2. Costs are averages and may vary based on individual circumstances.
Source: Zurich Cost of Care Volume 2. Statistics represent Australian population averages.
The number of new cases has increased by 118% from 1982 to 2023. Up to a third of patients who have undergone surgery with curative intent will have a recurrence. Regional Australians have disproportionately worse outcomes.
Bowel Cancer has an average lifetime cost of $58,920. Trauma insurance provides a lump sum payment upon diagnosis to cover treatment costs, recovery expenses, and income loss during treatment.
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