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New Healthy Surrey Cancer Information Hub goes live
A new resource focusing on cancer has launched on the Healthy Surrey website, providing residents and healthcare professionals with clear, accessible and evidence-based information. The new section will bring together trusted resources from partner organisations, making it easier for people across Surrey to find reliable guidance and support.
The web pages have been co-designed to help people navigate every stage of the cancer pathway - from prevention and early diagnosis to treatment, living beyond cancer, and end-of-life care.
The new resource has been informed by insight from the Surrey Cancer Inequalities Plan: Evidence based recommendations to address cancer inequalities in Surrey. This work highlights that in 2023, cancer was the leading cause of death in the county, accounting for 23.9% of all deaths. Local data also shows variation in cancer incidence and mortality across Surrey.
Health inequalities can prevent some people from accessing services easily or receiving the same quality of care. These inequalities may reflect differences in health status, access to services, quality and experience of care, behavioural risk factors, and wider determinants of health such as housing. These challenges are particularly evident across the cancer pathway.
Dr Charlotte Canniff, Joint Chief Medical Officer, NHS Surrey Heartlands ICB and Sussex ICB said:
Ensuring that everyone in Surrey has access to clear, trustworthy and accessible information about cancer is essential in tackling the inequalities we see across the county.
Dr Jack Bedeman, Director of Public Health, Surrey County Council added:
This new online hub brings together useful resources in one place, helping people feel more informed and confident at every stage of the cancer pathway.
Reducing health inequalities is a key NHS priority, reflected in national commitments including:
As health and care partners, we are committed to ensuring everyone in Surrey can access clear, reliable and easy-to-understand information about cancer. While many resources already exist, they can be difficult to navigate. This new resource hub aims to be a first stop for anyone seeking information about cancer and its wider impacts.
The web pages will also support healthcare professionals, who can use it as a tool when discussing cancer with patients.
Together, we remain committed to improving understanding, empowering communities with information, and reducing inequalities in access to cancer care and support.