"Earlier cancer diagnosis and faster treatment are being promised under a government plan in England to ensure three quarters of patients are surviving cancer for at least five years by 2035. Ministers say the ambition being outlined in their cancer strategy on Wednesday will herald the fastest improvement in cancer outcomes this century. Latest data for 2022 shows five-year survival at 60%, leaving the UK lagging behind other developed countries."
"He said the investment being made in the NHS by the government the budget is increasing by 3% above inflation in the coming years coupled with advances in medical science and technology will help "transform the life chances of cancer patients". Speaking ahead of publishing the strategy on Wednesday, Streeting added: "Cancer is more likely to be a death sentence in Britain than other countries around the world."
England aims to raise five-year cancer survival to 75% by 2035 through earlier diagnosis and faster treatment. The government pledges to meet the 62-day waiting time target by 2029. Latest 2022 data shows five-year survival at 60%, leaving the UK behind other developed countries. Improving outcomes will require significant extra investment, particularly in staff. NHS funding is planned to increase by 3% above inflation in coming years, and advances in medical science and technology are expected to improve care. Currently just over half of cancers are diagnosed at stages one and two, and only 6% are identified through screening. The bowel screening threshold will be lowered to detect more cancers.
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