What is Kleenex® doing?

Kleenex® wants to help Aussies get comfortable about what's left in the loo. Everybody poos so how can something that all 8 billion of us do, be something that many of us are embarrassed by? We're asking the nation to break the taboo around checking your poo.

We've partnered with Bowel Cancer Australia to help Australian's develop a better understanding of their poo, the symptoms of bowel cancer and the importance of early detection, because when diagnosed early almost 99 percent of cases can be successfully treated1!

What is Bowel Cancer Australia doing?

Bowel Cancer Australia is dedicated to championing what matters most to people impacted by bowel cancer and empowering everyone affected to live their best life.

The charity is committed to challenging perceptions, overcoming barriers, and creating meaningful change across the care continuum through advocacy, awareness, and integrated research to improve access to personalised treatments and patient-centred care.

Know the symptoms of Bowel Cancer2

Blood in your poo
Blood in your poo
Obvious bowel habit changes
Weight
loss
Extreme
tiredness
Lump or swelling in your abdomen

Having these symptoms doesn't mean you have bowel cancer. But it's very important to find out what's causing them. Even if you have just one of these, make an appointment with your GP.

To find out more about bowel cancer symptoms and the charity's wider work supporting people affected by the disease, visit Bowel Cancer Australia's website using the button below:

1 https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org/what-is-bowel-cancer#prognsois
2 https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org/what-is-bowel-cancer#symptoms

Disclaimer: The information contained here is not an alternative for specific, individual medical advice and guidance from your doctor or health care provider, where all surrounding conditions and circumstances are known. If you are worried about your own health, seek immediate medical advice.