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The nurse's role in future cancer services

R Cooper¹, G Pemberton

¹Norfolk and Norwich Hospital.

Professional Nurse (London, England)

|September 1, 1996

Summary

The Calman report offers a national cancer care policy to reduce access inequalities for specialist services. Further clarification is needed regarding the future role of nurses in cancer care delivery.

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Area of Science:

Oncology
Healthcare Policy
Nursing

Background:

The Calman report outlines a national strategy for cancer care.
Existing healthcare policies address cancer treatment access.
Inequalities in accessing specialist cancer services are a recognized issue.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze the proposals within the Calman report.
To assess the potential impact of the Calman report on healthcare access.
To identify areas requiring further definition, specifically the role of nurses.

Main Methods:

Policy analysis of the Calman report.
Review of existing literature on cancer care access.
Discussion of implications for nursing practice in oncology.

Main Results:

The Calman report's proposals aim to standardize and improve cancer care.
Implementation could mitigate disparities in accessing specialized oncological care.
The evolving role of nursing within the proposed framework remains undefined.

Conclusions:

The Calman report provides a framework for equitable cancer care.
Addressing nursing roles is crucial for successful implementation.
Further research and policy development are needed to clarify nursing responsibilities.

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