he added: �these findings show that despite the tireless work of doctors and nurses, it appears that some cancer patients are still enduring shockingly long waits to start treatment..

"she was our mother, the anchor and heartbeat to our family," derek said. "(she) would spread her love and dedication like a small hummingbird.".treatment delays are also causing needless anxiety and distress to patients as well as putting lives at serious risk (file pic)..