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Hub & Spoke Model: A proposal to combat the rising cancer cases

Content Editor: Dr. Tanya Tanu

January 23, 2024 at 3:30:00 PM

Hub & Spoke Model, Cancer, Non-Communicable Diseases, Universal Health Coverage

Content Editor: Dr. Tanya Tanu

  • The Hub and Spoke model has been proposed to distribute cancer care centers across India to improve accessibility and healthcare delivery.

  • The Hub and Spoke model envisages a network of-

  1. Primary and secondary treatment centers will act as “spokes” where routine checkups, follow-ups, and supportive care can be provided;

  2. Tertiary centers will act as “hubs” for advanced care with a multidisciplinary team.

  • This will curb the financial and logistical challenges involved in traveling large distances to seek healthcare facilities.

  • In its proposal to the central government, the TMH considered:

  1. 30 to 40 hubs with specialised facilities to serve a population of five to six crore,

  2. Spokes to cater to approximately one crore population.

  • Private institutes with advanced cancer care can also be introduced to further strengthen the model.

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