Cancer: Young People
2026-05-18 · Department of Health and Social Care · HL278 · Official question
Question
To ask His Majesty's Government how the National Cancer Plan’s commitments on improving diagnosis for children and young people will specifically address the diagnostic challenges faced by teenagers and young adults, rather than treating this group solely
Answer
The Department recognises the unique challenges that teenagers and young adults with cancer face, often falling between paediatric and adult care, and that age-appropriate care is necessary regarding diagnosis and wider support.Early diagnosis of cancers ...