Screening reduces the incidence, morbidity, and mortality of colorectal cancer, yet
participation tends to be low. We undertook a systematic review and meta-study synthesis of …

First degree relatives (FDRs) of colorectal cancer (CRC) patients are at higher risks of
develo** the disease, but screening rates amongst this group remains dismal. We …

Background This review aimed to better understand experiences of being invited to cancer
screening and associated decision-making. Methods Qualitative evidence explaining UK …

Socioeconomic status (SES) differences in attitudes towards cancer have been implicated in
the differential screening uptake and the timeliness of symptomatic presentation. However …

Certain non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may possess anti-tumorigenic effects in
certain cancer cell types. Sinomenine (SIN) is an alkaloid from Sinomenium acutum, a …

Background Studies point to a direct association between social support and better cancer
outcomes. This study examined whether baseline social support is associated with better …

Abstract Traditional Chinese medicine Qingfengteng primarily acquired from the dried canes
of Sinomenium acutum (Thunb.) Rehd. et Wils. var. cinereum Rehd. et Wils. and S. acutum …

This study evaluated the impact of three interventions on uptake of the guaiac faecal occult
blood test (gFOBT) in Greater London. The interventions were designed to improve …

Background The extent of knowledge of bowel cancer, its symptoms and risk factors are
unknown in Irish residents. An understanding of bowel cancer awareness may be useful in …

In recent years, with sinomenine hydrochloride as the main ingredient, Qingfengteng had
been formulated as various dosage forms for clinical treatment. Subsequent findings …