Report: National Cancer Plan 2017–2021 (Malta)

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Primary purpose: To address the increasing incidence of cancer and improve cancer care in Malta through prevention, early diagnosis, treatment, and research. The plan outlines specific actions aimed at reducing cancer incidence, enhancing survival rates, improving the quality of life for cancer patients, and investing in infrastructure and human resources to strengthen the national cancer control system.

Sponsor, manager or home institution: Ministry for Health of Malta.

Type of information: Malta's national strategy for cancer control, including detailed objectives and actions for cancer prevention, early detection, treatment, research, and survivorship. The plan also outlines policies for improving healthcare infrastructure, addressing disparities in cancer care, training healthcare professionals, increasing public awareness, enhancing research, and providing resources for better cancer management, all with specific timelines and measurable outcomes for improving cancer care in Malta. Click here to learn more.

Data level: national level.

Cancer areas of interest: C00-C97: All cancer types. Click here to learn more.

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