GIS research improves access to mobile cancer services - USW Research Impact

University of South Wales' Geographical Information Research Group used innovative GIS models to determine the best locations for Tenovus' mobile cancer support units.

Open-source approaches have been used to demonstrate the application of such tools to planning the siting of mobile clinics to complement the provision of hospital-based cancer services in Wales. These sites can provide local services for those patients previously having to travel long distances to access their treatment.

The impact of this research is that more patients can be treated closer to home, helping to reduce some of their worry and stress.