The article discusses concerns raised by health leaders regarding the impact of NHS cost-cutting measures on cancer care and elective treatment waiting times in the UK. It reports on recruitment bans in cancer units and the cancellation of operations, which are seen as undermining national efforts to reduce waiting times. The article suggests that these measures are derailing progress in addressing the backlog of cancer and elective care cases.
Cancer and waiting lists: Recruitment bans and cancelled operations are derailing progress, leaders warn
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