The National Institute for Clinical Excellence has been asked to extend its programme on cancer care in Wales. NICE will carry out a two-year programme to provide guidance for clinicians and managers on the organisation of cancer services, minimum standards, access to new drugs and support for cancer patients and their families. It has also been asked to produce information for patients. Welsh health secretary Jane Hutt said it was 'vital to keep the pressure up on improving cancer services in Wales'.
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