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A concerning report reveals that over 380,000 cancer patients in the UK have not been treated on time since 2015. This backlog is attributed to systemic issues within the NHS, including staff shortages, increasing patient numbers, and the impacts of the Covid pandemic. The delays have serious consequences for patients, as timely treatment is crucial for cancer survival rates. The report urges substantial investment in the NHS to address these issues and improve cancer care. Health professionals and patient advocacy groups are calling for immediate action to ensure that cancer patients receive timely and effective treatment. The Government acknowledges the problem and has promised to work on solutions, but there is widespread agreement that more needs to be done quickly to prevent further harm to patients.