Cancer Research UK

organization

Last mentioned: Feb 25, 2026

Timeline

Jan 1, 1962
National Target

The deadline for the start of the first definitive treatment.
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Diagnosis Standard

Target for patients to be told whether they have cancer or not.
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Critical Breach

The point at which delays are considered high-risk and represent a failure of the care pathway.
Jan 1, 2001
Urgent Referral

GP identifies symptoms and refers patient to a specialist.

Stories mentioning Cancer Research UK 1

NHS Cancer Care Crisis: Patients Face 104-Day Wait as Key Targets Missed

The NHS is facing a critical failure in cancer care delivery, with a growing number of patients waiting over 104 days for treatment. This systemic breach of performance standards highlights severe diagnostic bottlenecks and capacity constraints across the UK health system.

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