As many of you will know, the position of the Metastatic Cancer Nurse at the Wrexham Maelor is under threat of being cut due to Welsh Labour Government underfunding.
As a former nurse myself. I know how vital the support provided by specialist Metastatic Cancer Nurses is to cancer patients and their families at the most difficult of times. The incredible nurse at Wrexham works with patients in co-ordinating their treatment and care, provides emotional and psychological support for cancer patients and is a direct point of contact for any questions or concerns.
Given the delays in diagnosis and treatment that cancer patients in Wales already experience, it is frankly unacceptable that the Health Board are even considering cutting Wrexham’s Metastatic Cancer Nurse due to financial constraints. The Welsh Government are responsible for funding the NHS in Wales and it is imperative that they provide the Health Board with the money it needs to retain Wrexham’s Metastatic Cancer Nurse.
UPDATE 25/4/24: Officials from Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) have provided an update, revealing that funding for the Metastatic Cancer Nurse in Wrexham has been extended to the end of March 2025. While I appreciate BCUHB’s recognition of the strength of feeling on this issue, this only offers short-term relief. The indispensability of this role warrants permanent funding, sparing it from recurring uncertainties.
The results of this petition will be taken to decision makers at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board so let’s demand better for cancer patients in Wrexham.
I'm calling on everyone to sign and share my petition. Add your voice in the fight for a permanently funded, full-time Metastatic Cancer Nurse to remain at Wrexham Maelor Hospital.
