"Rapid-access clinics are under pressure, with one hospital able to see only one in four patients last year within the 10-day target for breast cancer assessments."
"Of the 30,100 urgent patients referred last year, only 18,443 were seen within 10 days, leaving 11,657 patients with delayed appointments."
Rapid-access clinics for women with suspected breast cancer symptoms are facing significant pressure. Last year, one hospital managed to see only 25% of patients within the 10-day target. Out of 30,100 urgent referrals, only 18,443 patients were seen within the designated timeframe, resulting in 11,657 patients experiencing delays in their appointments. This situation highlights the challenges faced by healthcare facilities in meeting urgent patient needs.
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