Lung Cancer: Diagnosis
2026-06-14 · Department of Health and Social Care · HL982 · Official question
Question
To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to support the adoption of artificial intelligence diagnostic tools across the NHS to improve the early detection of lung cancer and other serious conditions.
Answer
The Department is rolling out artificial intelligence (AI) in a range of areas across the United Kingdom health system. AI tools are already being used as a “second pair of eyes” for clinicians, helping to prioritise scans, reduce waiting times, and suppo...