163 Optimising uptake of the Lung Health Check Operational Pilot within a socioeconomically deprived area of Wales

The Lung Health Check (LHC) Operational Pilot for Wales will enable preparation for a national lung cancer screening programme roll-out. Known barriers to participation in LHCs include smoking-related stigma, fear and fatalism, particularly amongst those living in socioeconomically deprived areas. We used evidence-based best practice when planning the Operational Pilot with the aim of optimising uptake.

Source: Lung Cancer - April 1, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Chris Coslett, CIaire Wright, Amy Smith, McCutchan Grace, Samantha Quaife, Kate Brain, Dafydd Snelling, Heather Ramessur-Marsden, Sinan Eccles Tags: Screening Source Type: research