Cancer patients still facing ‘dangerous treatment delays’, experts warn

Brown University Associate Dean: 'We need to do better against cancer'

Dr. Wafik El-Deiry, Associate Dean for Oncologic Sciences at Brown University, spoke at an Israel Heritage Foundation event in New York City to warn of the growing number of cancer patients and the way that inflation has affected research funding.

New cancer clinician forum targets delays in Sask. cancer treatment

Cancer clinicians in Saskatoon are joining a countrywide effort to address critical delays and barriers in cancer care by advocating for urgent reforms in diagnosis, treatment and patient access.

Cancer patients still facing ‘dangerous treatment delays’, experts warn

It comes as new figures show the proportion of patients who had cancer diagnosed or ruled out within 28 days declined for the third consecutive month.

Gynecologic Surgery Delayed for Up to 3 Years in Canada

Women seeking gynecologic care in Canada often face barriers to access, such as long wait times and dismissive attitudes.

Factors impacting closure of beds and delays in cancer treatment: Insights from the European Cancer Nursing Index 2022 Survey

The European Cancer Nursing Index (ECNI) 2022 survey identified critical challenges in cancer nursing across Europe. One part of the survey, presented…

Progress stalls as almost one-third of cancer patients wait too long to start treatment • Radiotherapy UK

Today's NHS cancer data for England shows 32.2% - just shy of one-third of cancer patients - are still waiting too long to start treatment. The aim is for