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In the UK today 1000 people will be diagnosed with cancer. The earlier a cancer is caught the more treatment options are available. A core strategy within the NHS Long Term Plan is to diagnose 75% of cancers at an early stage by 2028. Primary care plays an essential role in meeting this target with the majority of patients diagnosed with cancer first presenting to their GP with symptoms.

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NIHR HealthTech Research Centre

Accelerating the development and evaluation of new health technologies for community settings – from digital tools and diagnostics to devices for respiratory care, cancer detection, care homes and hospital-at-home services.

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