People with low numeracy feel negative about taking part in bowel cancer screening

People who have problems with numbers may be more likely to feel negative about bowel cancer screening. Those with low numeracy skills were more likely to have a defensive attitude to cancer information, researchers say, such as saying they did not need screening because their bowel movements were regular, they ate healthily, or their GP had not told them that the test was important.

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