if you re waiting for treatment, how long did it take to get diagnosed? would a faster diagnosis have improved your prognosis? if you work in cancer care, what are the frustrations? chronic staff shortages and all four nations. the situation in england, scotland, northern ireland, you should see a specialist after two weeks and if it is diagnosed within two months. this morning, i want to hear your experiences. if you ve received treatment, if you re waiting for treatment, how long did it take to get diagnosed? would a faster diagnosis have improved your prognosis? if you work in cancer care, what are the frustrations? 08085 909693 is the phone number. get in touch. this is what we are doing. and we are also celebrating national carers week. i cannot wait for that. he was the news. thank you. here is the news. the royal college of radiologists has warned the nhs is struggling to provide safe and effective care for all cancer patients as they re waiting too long for vital
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