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A radial CT Scan of a tumour in the colon

A radial CT Scan of a tumour in the colon Source: Getty

Cancer Council Victoria has launched a new campaign to combat low bowel cancer screening rates among multicultural communities in South East Melbourne.


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By Cassandra Bain

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Cancer Council Victoria has launched a new campaign to combat low bowel cancer screening rates among multicultural communities in South East Melbourne.


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