Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers in New Zealand. When detected early, bowel cancer can be highly treatable.
Eligible UniMed Members can get a free, at-home bowel screening kit.
- Request a kit: Fill in the form to request a kit.
- Receive your kit: We'll post your kit to you.
- Do the test at home: Just a small stool sample, done in privacy.
- Get results: Results are displayed after 5 minutes. If your result is positive, see your doctor for next steps.
Who is eligible?
Many of our Health Plans provide a free bowel screening kit for every three years of continuous cover. Children do not qualify for this benefit.
Please refer to your Health Plan document in your Member Portal to confirm your eligibility. If you are unsure, please give us a call on 0800 600 666.
Through New Zealand’s Bowel Screening Programme, bowel screening is offered free every 2 years to people aged 60 to 74 years.
Request my bowel screening kit
Request my bowel screening kit
Just a few quick details to get your kit.
Why screen for bowel cancer?
Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers in New Zealand. When detected early, bowel cancer can be highly treatable.
- 1 in 18 Kiwis1 will develop bowel cancer in their lifetime.
- Early-stage bowel cancer often has no symptoms.
- Early detection = 90% survival rate2.
Evidence recommends screening for anyone over 45 years old. That’s why we are pleased to offer free at-home bowel screening kits to eligible Members of UniMed.
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Disclaimer
A bowel screening kit does not provide a diagnosis and is not a substitute for visits to a healthcare professional. If you have a personal or family history of bowel cancer or bowel polyps, please see your doctor for advice on screening. This service is not intended for use on children.