Guidance
UK NSC approach to horizon scanning
This document sets out a more systematic approach to horizon scanning for the UK National Screening Committee (UK NSC).
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This document supports the following recommendation made by the 4 UK chief medical officers (CMOs) for the expanded remit of the UK NSC following the independent review of adult screening programmes in England:
In order to foster greater horizon scanning and research links the UK NSC should:
- hold an annual horizon scanning forum to identify potential developments related to screening
- establish a research sub-group to keep abreast of ongoing research related to screening, identify research requirements, and advise on mechanisms to address them
This document:
- summarises important elements of horizon scanning
- compares current UK NSC practice against these elements
- makes recommendations for a consolidated UK NSC horizon scanning system
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