Patients in England now enjoy increased access to tests such as MRI scans and endoscopies during evenings and weekends, with 170 community diagnostic centres (CDCs) available for referrals from GPs or hospital teams. The number of CDCs operating 12 hours a day, seven days a week has risen by 37, highlighting the government's commitment to improving healthcare access. The expansion aims to meet the needs of working individuals, making healthcare more convenient. Additionally, the NHS reported a significant increase in tests conducted over the past year, aligning with plans to add more CDCs and extend operating hours.
Patients in England can now access MRI scans and endoscopies in the evenings and weekends, thanks to the government increasing the number of community diagnostic centres (CDCs) providing out of hours services.
There are currently 170 CDCs operating in England, often located in shopping centres and on university campuses, providing easier access to important diagnostic tests.
The government aims to transform healthcare through the expansion of community-based services, allowing for a more convenient patient experience, with an increase in CDCs and extended operational hours.
Wes Streeting stated that this initiative is to ensure healthcare fits around working people's lives, emphasizing the importance of making services accessible when patients need them the most.
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