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CANCER STRATEGY OF THE SPANISH NATIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM 2009 |
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The update of the Cancer Strategy of the Spanish National health System, approved in 2006, was prepared based on the conclusions of the first evaluation and the review of the scientific evidence available. As in most Western countries, cancer is currently one of the major diseases or groups of diseases in terms of public health in Spain. This Strategy means a chance to optimize the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer, as well as to improve the cancer information and enhance cancer research. This Cancer Strategy Update incorporates all of the knowledge and data available to date regarding this disease, collaborating toward putting the situation of cancer in Spain up to date. In short, the objective is to aid toward improving the services provide nationwide for those affected by this type of disease based on the principles of quality, equity and cohesion, precisely as set forth under the Quality Plan. To this end, the document sets out a set of objectives and recommendations aiming to contribute to improving the quality of the interventions and results of the services and of the health care provided. The end purpose of this information is to serve as support for setting priorities in the health policies in Spain and thus contributing to reducing the burden of cancer on our population, as well as reducing the inequalities existing among the different geographical areas of Spain. |
