Canadians still waiting longer for surgeries than before COVID / National Post
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 12:20 am permalink
New national healthcare data reveals that, despite a boost in overall surgical volumes compared to pre-pandemic levels, patients are still facing significant delays. Critical procedures like knee replacements and cancer surgeries are being postponed due to staff shortages and a sharper rise in complex cases, intensifying worries over timely care.
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