Assessment of major gaps from the perspective of patients, patient advocates and NET health care professionals.
Due to the increasing incidence and prevalence of neuroendocrine tumors (NETs), there is a need to assess any gaps in awareness and care. A survey was undertaken in 2017 to identify perceived unmet needs from the perspectives of patients/families, patient advocates and health care professionals (HCPs). The survey consisted of 33–37 questions (depending on type of respondent) across four areas: information, care, treatments and research.
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Patient and fundraiser embarks on Devon cycle
Please join us in wishing all the luck in the world to Pete, who along with his family and friends, will be embarking on a cycle ride from the north to the south of Devon tomorrow. You may already be aware of this incredible fundraiser, as Pete has featured in many...
The teams have been drawn for a Charity match at Slimbridge’s Thornhill Park
The teams have been drawn for a Charity match at Slimbridge’s Thornhill Park and it sees Chairmen and brothers Colin and Barry Gay stepping into opposing dugouts! The Ruth Peck-Smith Memorial Trophy takes place on Saturday 7th May and it serves up Barry’s “Blue Swans”...
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