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This research examines the long-term health and economic effects of COVID-19 disruptions on bowel cancer inequalities in Victoria.

April 19, 2026Cancer Medicine0 citationsOpen Access

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Long‐Term Health and Economic Impacts of COVID ‐19 Disruptions on Bowel Cancer Inequalities in Victoria, Australia: A Modelling Study

ALAnita LalDeakin University EMEliza MudfordDeakin University BMBedasa Taye MergaDeakin University

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This research examines the long-term health and economic effects of COVID-19 disruptions on bowel cancer inequalities in Victoria.
Conducted a modeling study focused on COVID-19 impact on bowel cancer screening.
Analyzed demographic data from various screening programs.
Identified non-participants and groups with low participation rates.
COVID-19 disruptions significantly worsened cancer inequalities.
Targeted CRC screening interventions are necessary for vulnerable populations.
Enhanced demographic insights can improve participation in screening programs.

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Our study underscores the significant impact of COVID-19 disruptions on worsening cancer inequalities. Targeted CRC screening interventions are essential to protect vulnerable populations. Enhanced demographic data from screening programs will help better understand non-participants and groups with low participation rates.

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