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The Guardian
High demand for NHS diagnostics in England
A record number of patients in England are waiting over six weeks for diagnostic tests such as MRI and CT scans, with more than 400,000 experiencing delays. Despite increased testing volume, demand continues to outpace NHS capacity, leading to longer wait times and concerns about delayed diagnosis and treatment. The rising backlog, now at 1.92 million, poses risks to patient health and highlights the need for NHS service improvements.
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