Helen Harries
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Project Background:
More individuals are being diagnosed with prostate cancer each year and advanced cancer treatment modalities has increased the number of individuals living with prostate cancer.
Current treatments are associated with a high risk of side effects, which have significant implications on quality of life.
The P.A.C.T programme within Hywel Dda University Health Board (HDUHB), aims to improve and optimise health and support self-management for individuals diagnosed with prostate cancer across the geographical footprint.
Project Aims:
- To improve experiences of care.
- To reduce the demand on GP and outpatient services supporting with side effects of cancer and of treatment.
- To improve clinical outcomes.
- To evaluate cost reductions in supporting individuals within their own homes.
- To provide a service via a digital platform.
Project Outcomes:
To develop, test and evaluate the P.A.C.T programme within primary care within HDUHB.
To extend the service and allow individuals in the community to access assessment and support around their health and wellbeing (Primary Care Model for Wales 2021).
Project Impact:
A total of 401 individuals have engaged with P.A.C.T.
Savings:
- 2 ,671 GP contacts.
- 445 hours of GP time.
- £80,100/ yearly.
- 32 nurse contacts.
- 500 hours of nursing time.
- £11,065.60 saving.
- 8,810.6 miles saved in travel for patients/ clinicians.
- £953,476.28p Social Return on investment
“I thought I was too old to come to a virtual group at 84, but just shows I’m not too old yet. By having some exercise sessions and been able to manage my fatigue better, I’ve returned to golf too! Thank you!!”
Moondance Cancer Award Winner 2024 – Achievement Award – Better Patient Experience
