Table 4 Multiple logistic regression analysis of factors associated with ever seeking medical advice for change in bowel habit

Annual household income before tax ($)

<= 39, 999

1

$40, 000 - $69, 999

.36 (.13, .95)

.038

> = $70, 000

.29 (.10, .86)

.027

BMI

< 18.5

-

18.5 – 25

1

> 25

.12 (.03, .59)

.009

Family history of CRC discussed with doctor

Never discussed

1

Discussed/informed of ‘increased risk’

5.68 (1.72, 18.75)

.004

Discussed/not informed of increased ‘risk’

2.90 (1.06, 7.94)

.038