In a major step forward for medical innovation, the UK government has announced that millions of people will soon be able to join clinical trials via the NHS App. The aim? To help cure cancer, dementia and other life-threatening diseases by connecting patients to cutting-edge treatments earlier than ever before.
As part of the upcoming NHS ten-year health plan, the app will be upgraded to allow users to search, register and be matched with relevant clinical trials. Push notifications based on individual health records and preferences will alert patients to new research opportunities — turning the NHS App into what ministers are calling the “digital front door” to the nation’s health system.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting said the plan will “marry the genius of our country’s leading scientific minds with the care and compassion of our health service”, and ensure UK patients are at the front of the queue for new treatments. The goal is to make the UK a global leader once again in clinical research.
Currently, the UK lags behind other nations, with trial set-up times averaging 250 days compared to just 100 in Spain. This initiative aims to cut set-up times to 150 days or less by 2026, the most ambitious target in NHS history. The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) will also lead a nationwide drive to involve more young people, and individuals from Black and South Asian communities — groups often underrepresented in medical trials.
The new trial-matching service, Be Part of Research, will be integrated into the NHS App, allowing patients to access the latest innovations faster while helping accelerate the delivery of advanced care across the NHS.
Contact Us Now To Claim
A New Era for Cancer Patients — But Justice Still Matters
This initiative signals a turning point for those facing cancer, offering hope through faster access to pioneering treatments. But not all patients receive timely care. For some, delays in diagnosis can lead to devastating consequences.
If you or a loved one has been affected by a late cancer diagnosis, you may be entitled to compensation. We are here to help.
Learn more and explore your legal options on our dedicated delayed cancer diagnosis claims page.
