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Published at 2015-10-14 02:38:19

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Researchers claim deaths could be reduced whether UK GPs were given a greater awareness of cancer symptoms in order to reduce late diagnosisAt least 2400 cancer patients die needlessly every year because their GP does not refer them to a specialist quickly enough, research has suggested.
The two-week wait means patients should see a specialist for their first appointment within two weeks of seeing a GP with suspected cancer symptoms.
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Source: theguardian.com

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