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  • Be awareWhat is bowel cancer?
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  • BE LOUD BE CLEAR

    BE LOUD BE CLEAR

    A big thank you to everybody who took part in our tenth BE LOUD BE CLEAR national fundraising and awareness campaign which took place 25 - 29 January 2010.

    • Read more about BE LOUD BE CLEAR fundraising
    • Read about our Parliamentary Reception

  • News

    News

    Carol Baillie Nurse Award winner Nicola Forsyth with her patient Annie Lanigan at the BE LOUD BE CLEAR Parliamentary Reception.

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    • Download our winter 2010 newsletter issue here

  • Get your running shoes on!

    Get your running shoes on!

    Looking for a New Year Challenge? Then why not run for Beating Bowel Cancer in 2010. We have guaranteed places in some of the most popular runs and marathons.

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    • Other great fundraising events

  • London to Paris Bike Ride

    London to Paris Bike Ride

    23rd - 27th June 2010 Cycle 300 miles from London to the beautiful city of Paris - an unforgettable adventure! Places are limited, so sign up today.

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