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Simple text reminders could help close London's bowel cancer screening gap

As low-cost and straightforward an intervention as automated text messaging could make a significant contribution to tackling London's below-average bowel cancer screening rates, according to a study led by the University of Surrey.

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A study led by the University of Surrey found that automated text messaging could significantly improve London’s below‑average bowel cancer screening rates. Researchers compared two strategies aimed at people who had not responded to their initial screening invitation, testing whether simple text reminders would boost participation. The findings suggest that low‑cost, straightforward messaging may help close the city’s screening gap.

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