We are delighted to announce the launch of the Cancer: supporting people with early diagnosis e-learning programme.
Diagnosis of cancer at an early stage improves a person’s chance of survival, and pharmacy professionals in any practice setting have opportunities to identify early signs and symptoms. The NHS Long Term Plan aims to increase the proportion of cancers which are diagnosed early, from 50 percent to 75 percent.
The Cancer: supporting people with early diagnosis e-learning programme will enable pharmacy professionals working across all practice settings to identify people who may have signs or symptoms of cancer, and support them to access services facilitating early cancer diagnosis. The programme will also explore the national cancer screening programmes currently available, what people can expect from these and how pharmacy professionals can promote screening uptake.
On completion of the programme, learners will be able to recognise situations where a conversation may be needed about a referral for investigation regarding specific red flag symptoms for certain cancers, as well as identify those who may have additional barriers to accessing initial investigation of symptoms and tailor support to their individual needs.
