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Andy Burnham urged to set dementia waiting-time target

Andy Burnham urged to set dementia waiting-time target
BBC Health Thursday 17 September 2026, 19:13 UTC 1 min read
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An 18‑week referral‑to‑treatment target has been backed by England's former national cancer director.

An 18‑week referral‑to‑treatment target has been backed by England's former national cancer director.
Andy Burnham (PERSON) England (LOCATION)
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