Breast Cancer

Symposium calls for improved access to screening, treatment across Europe

Published in Drug Week, February 13th, 2004

Politicians and physicians met at a unique symposium held under the auspices of the Istituto Nazionale Tumori Regina Elena, Rome, Italy, to discuss the way forward in realizing goals to improve access to screening and treatment of breast cancer in Europe.

Oncologists from around Europe attending the symposium heard that although improvements in breast cancer care have been observed in recent years, there is still a great deal more that can be achieved to ensure a better outcome for patients.

Over the last 10 years, improvements seen in the screening and treatment of breast cancer have been primarily influenced by strengthening of patient advocacy,...

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