Northern Ireland Health Minister launches new regional breast cancer assessment

Monday, 12 May 2025 15:01

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has announced the launch of a regional approach for red flag breast cancer assessments, a major reform aimed at equalising waits for patients across Northern Ireland. The new regional system is now live and is designed to address long standing disparities in waiting times and ensure that all patients referred with suspected breast cancer are seen based on clinical need rather than postcode. The initiative reflects the Minister's broader drive to...Request free trial