Health10/3/2025The Guardian

More than 60,000 cancer patients in England ‘not getting necessary radiotherapy’

More than 60,000 cancer patients in England ‘not getting necessary radiotherapy’

According to the news article, a significant number of cancer patients in England are not receiving the necessary radiotherapy. An analysis of NHS data by Radiotherapy UK revealed that more than 60,000 cancer patients per year are not getting the radiotherapy they need, and some patients face waiting periods of up to six months to begin the treatment. The article states that the situation is so severe that nearly 100 heads of radiotherapy and oncology, representing three-quarters of England's radiotherapy leaders, have issued an open letter warning that the government is failing to adequately address the needs of these patients. The article highlights the concerning state of radiotherapy services in England and the urgent need for the government to address this issue to ensure cancer patients receive the necessary care.

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