Speaking during a visit to the Registry the Minister said: “I am very proud of the work carried out by the Northern Ireland Cancer Registry. In particular the links the registry has developed with Health and Social Care Trusts, patient groups and users of information in the monitoring and delivery of cancer services.
“Cancer is a leading cause of death in Northern Ireland. Every year there are 3,600 deaths from cancer and around 8,500 new cancers are diagnosed.
“At a time when the challenge is great in the fight against cancer, let me reiterate that I remain committed to ensuring that cancer services across Northern Ireland are of the highest possible standard.”
The Minister concluded: “I announced earlier this week that a new satellite radiotherapy centre will be established at Altnagelvin Hospital. It is proof of my commitment to providing high quality and accessible cancer services to the entire population.
“I will continue to ensure that all health and social care services are provided to the highest possible standard and on a fair and equitable basis throughout Northern Ireland.”
Notes to Editors:
- The Northern Ireland Cancer Registry receives information from hospitals, pathology laboratories and deaths from the Registrar Generals Office which it verifies and analyses to provide information on the numbers of cancers, cancer trends, cancer survival, and information is also used for research, education and service planning.
- Media queries to DHSSPS Information Office on 028 9052 0505, or out of office hours contact the Duty Press Officer via pager number 076 9971 5440 and your call will be returned.
