On World Cancer Day with the theme ‘United by Unique. Putting people at the centre of care’, the Minister for Health and Active Ageing Jo Etienne Abela announced that after a pilot project was carried out, an oncology outreach service in the community has been launched.
Minister Jo Etienne Abela explained that the oncology outreach service provides significant benefits to patients by delivering essential cancer-related care directly to the community. The service began as a pilot project with one nurse where we ended the year 2025 with 425 sessions successfully completed.
The team now consists of three full-time nurses, two drivers and two vans with all the necessary equipment, which will allow for more sessions to be carried out, with 40 sessions already completed by the end of January.
Minister Jo Etienne Abela said that this service ensures more accessible care for those who cannot travel easily. “In the coming years, the fight against cancer will continue to be based on prevention and screening and the Government will remain committed to continuing to invest in this vital sector,” concluded Dr Abela.
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