22/01/2026
Well done to Dr Dillon for campaigning to lower the age for bowel cancer screening from 60 to 50 & for sharing his own experience with bowel cancer 👏🏻
⭐ AN inspirational Banbridge doctor has been commended in the NI Assembly for his campaigning efforts to lower the age eligibility for bowel cancer screening.
👨⚕️ Dr Jonathan Dillon was diagnosed with bowel cancer just before his 50th birthday in 2024, and has since spoken candidly about his experience and the need for increased awareness.
🗣️ During Members’ Statements at Stormont on Monday, Eoin Tennyson MLA highlighted the GP’s cancer journey - and his determination to help save lives through screening.
Full story in this week's Chronicle...