DNA-Med: improving access to cutting-edge cancer treatment in Germany

A team of urology specialists in Berlin set up a regional network to improve access to innovative treatments for metastatic prostate cancer. In 2022 the service is being now expanded to include other cancers and will available across Germany.

Europe

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Treatment

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Personalised care

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Use of data or digital health

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At-home chemotherapy: offering treatment outside hospital in Argentina

In Argentina, people with cancer can receive chemotherapy in their own homes, reducing unnecessary travel and freeing up hospital beds.

Treatment

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Multidisciplinary care

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South America

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Models of care

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Acute diagnostic oncology clinics: supporting people with non-specific symptoms of cancer

A hospital trust in England has launched a dedicated clinic to reduce diagnostic delays for people with non-specific or vague symptoms of cancer.

Diagnosis

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Europe

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Time to diagnosis

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Multidisciplinary care

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Screening

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The Oncopadi digital clinic: improving access to cancer care and information in Nigeria

In Nigeria, oncologists have launched an online platform to widen access to information and specialist cancer care.

Time to diagnosis

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Africa

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Use of data or digital health

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Models of care

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Many aspects of care

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Radiotherapy masks: supporting children during treatment for brain, head or neck cancer in England

A play specialist in England paints radiotherapy masks for children undergoing radiotherapy to help them feel more relaxed and involved in their care.

Europe

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Treatment

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Patient involvement

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The WesFit prehabilitation programme: shortening recovery after surgery for cancer

The WesFit programme in England offers structured exercise and psychological support for people due to have surgery for cancer.

Europe

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Follow-up

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Holistic support

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Models of care

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Oncology orientation cancer centres: coordinating cancer care for people in Apulia, Italy

In the Italian region of Apulia, oncology orientation cancer centres coordinate care and provide specialist-led support to people with cancer.

Europe

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Personalised care

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Multidisciplinary care

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Many aspects of care

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My Cancer Navigator: providing personalised and accessible information to people with cancer

The Anticancer Fund launched a service for people with cancer, providing personalised information about their diagnosis and treatment options.

Patient involvement

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Holistic support

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Use of data or digital health

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International

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Many aspects of care

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The ICOnnecta’t tool: online support for women with breast cancer

ICOnnecta’t is an eHealth cancer care tool developed for women living with and beyond breast cancer.

Europe

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Holistic support

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Use of data or digital health

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Survivorship

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