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HEALTH--ACTION STRATEGY FOR CANCER SERVICES
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Enhancing cancer services in Nova Scotia is the key focus
for the new Nova Scotia Cancer Program Action Committee of
the Nova Scotia Department of Health.
Established this fall, the committee will propose a plan of
action for an integrated and comprehensive framework for the
delivery of cancer services in the province. The committee
will also identify the appropriate provision of quality care
for people at all stages of cancer. The action plan will
include an overall implementation strategy.
"Because this province has one of the highest cancer rates
in the country, this is very important for the well-being of
all Nova Scotians," said Health Minister Ron Stewart. "It's
a committee mandated to develop a plan of action; plan for a
solid framework to ensure everyone with cancer benefits
equally from consistent, top-notch quality care."
The Cancer Program Action Committee will concentrate on how
to effectively prevent and control the spread of cancer as
well as the development of treatment and support services
for people with cancer. It will also focus on research
opportunities.
During its planning stages the committee will review
existing planning documents and initiatives as well as other
provinces' cancer management programs. Its recommendations
will range from a cancer prevention strategy and treatment
methods to physician credentials, funding and budget issues.
The committee is expected to submit its proposal January,
1996.
Dr. Rick LeMoine, a staff physician at Cape Breton Regional
Hospital, is the chair of the committee which is comprised
of representatives from regional hospital administrators,
family physicians, medical and nursing cancer specialists,
the Nova Scotia Cancer Society, Queen Elizabeth II Health
Sciences Centre, Dalhousie University and the Department of
Health. The committee is also working with patient focus
groups.
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Contact: Sue McKeage 902-424-3581
trp Dec. 04, 1995