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Why are screening rates low?
The story mentions Glasgow's bowel screening participation rate is only 60%. Low uptake can be due to various reasons, including embarrassment, lack of awareness, or simply forgetting to do the test. Jane Short's experience underscores the critical need for people to overcome these barriers and complete the screening promptly to catch potential issues early.
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