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flag The UK will expand cancer specialist training in underserved areas starting April 2027 to reduce care disparities.

flag The UK government is expanding cancer specialist training in England’s deprived, rural, and coastal areas to reduce disparities in care known as a "postcode lottery." flag Starting April 2027, the NHS will fast-track assessments of new cancer detection technologies, including AI for chest X-rays, software for tissue analysis, and a "sponge on a string" test for oesophageal cancer. flag The National Cancer Plan aims to improve early diagnosis, ensure equitable access to treatments, and boost recruitment in underserved regions through partnerships with royal colleges. flag While 76.5% of urgent referrals were assessed within 28 days in November, disparities persist, with only 55.1% of confirmed cases diagnosed on time. flag Officials stress that survival should not depend on location, and long-term success will rely on sustained investment and retention of specialists.

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