“The impact of losing a loved one is profound – this is Why We Dry July”

It’s Dry July and Megan and Kayla join Stephanie to talk about how bowel cancer impacted their families' lives and why they are raising funds for Bowel Cancer Australia’s in-person specialist Bowel Care Nurses through the Dry July challenge, in memory of their husband and brother.

Brendan and Brad were both diagnosed with early-onset bowel cancer, in the late stages of the disease, after having had their symptoms dismissed.

Talking frankly, Kayla urges Australians to be vigilant and not be told you are too young.

"They said word for word -We can see a mass, but I wouldn’t be worried, he is too young and too fit for it to be anything sinister” - Kayla.

In this heartfelt chat, Megan and Kayla reinforce the importance of having access to tailored support and personalised cancer, not only for the patient but also for carers and loved ones.

“Losing Brendan, the impact has been profound.” - Megan.