The Peninsula Cancer Alliance; working across Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, is one of 21 cancer alliances across England, bringing together clinical and other senior leaders and patients.

We plan and lead locally to deliver the ambitions set out in the NHS long-term plan. Reduce variation in outcomes and improve access to high quality, evidence based interventions across whole pathways, and for the alliances whole population.

For more information visit our projects page to see the work we are doing to transform the diagnosis, treatment and care for cancer patients in their local area.

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Latest News Around the Peninsula Cancer Alliance

Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment Demand and Capacity Project

Using MSD’s Capacity Insights Tool (CIT), data from NHS SACT units was analysed to model current and future service needs, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, optimise capacity, and support sustainable service delivery.

A digital approach to treatment planning in Devon and Cornwall -My Sunrise

The Peninsula Cancer Alliance supported the development and implementation of virtual pre-assessment for patients starting SACT (systemic anti-cancer therapy) at two trusts within the Peninsula, enabling patients and their carers to complete pre-assessment triage in their own home ahead of starting treatment.

Protect the Skin you Work in! Skin Cancer Prevention Campaign Launches at Royal Cornwall Show.

Yesterday our team met with BBC Spotlight at The Royal Cornwall Show as we launched our new Prevention Skin Cancer Campaign to bring awareness to outdoor workers around the risks of skin cancer. Did you know? Outdoor workers are less likely to seek medical advice for several reasons: Work Commitments…