Independent Board Meets to Drive Government's National Cancer Plan
What happened
The independent National Cancer Board met for the first time to drive the government’s National Cancer Plan. The board is tasked with scrutinizing progress against more than 100 commitments, including early diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life. The board has dedicated expert leads for rare cancers, children and young people with cancer, and inequalities in care. Health and Social Care Secretary Yvette Cooper stated that the plan aims to provide earlier diagnosis and advanced treatment for those affected by cancer.
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Why it matters
The board's work focuses on ensuring that the National Health Service receives the best possible care for patients. The review process identifies areas that are falling behind on the ambitious goals set out in the plan. The board's findings advise ministers on where further action is needed to improve cancer care standards.
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Who's involved
- Yvette CooperHealth and Social Care Secretary involved in the plan's development and scrutiny.
- Department of Health and Social CareGovernment department responsible for the plan's implementation and guidance.
- National Health ServicePublicly funded healthcare system whose services are under the plan's review.
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The entities involved
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Yvette Cooper
British politician
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Department of Health and Social Care
United Kingdom government ministerial department
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National Health Service
publicly funded healthcare system of England