In the Berlin Cathedral: Standing in line for a visit to the crypt
The Hohenzollern crypt in Berlin Cathedral has reopened after renovations, attracting significant visitor interest with long waiting times.
March will be marked by advances and a new time in the health sector of Bragança Paulista
Bragança Paulista's municipal government is implementing strategic actions in March to enhance public health services and reduce waiting times for medical care.
UPA Dr. Thelmo reduces waiting times for exams by up to 75% with new laboratory
The UPA Dr. Thelmo in Jacareí has installed a new clinical analysis laboratory that drastically reduces waiting times for exam results.
Best and worst NHS trusts for cancer treatment revealed
An analysis reveals that almost all NHS trusts in England failed to meet the target of treating 85% of cancer patients within 62 days, with the situation particularly critical for patients experiencing long delays.
Work and eligible households, waiting times... What you need to know about MaPrimeRénov' if you are considering renovating your home
The re-opening of the MaPrimeRénov' program has led to significant backlog issues due to delayed processing times caused by budget approval delays, frustrating potential renovators.
Editorial: One tax cut could boost housing sales – the government refuses to accept it
The Finnish real estate market has stagnated for years, with sales declining and long waiting times for transactions, prompting discussions about removing the transfer tax to revitalize the sector.
Venstre wants to consolidate probate and enforcement courts to reduce waiting times
The Danish political party Venstre proposes centralizing some functions of the probate and enforcement courts to improve efficiency and reduce wait times in the judicial system.
"Slipping a stop" may no longer be disqualifying: road safety is working to relax the driving license exam
The French road safety authority is considering easing disqualifying errors in the driving test asCandidates face high failure rates and long waiting times.
Woman diagnosed with stage 4 cancer at 27 after 10-month hospital referral wait
A 27-year-old woman was diagnosed with stage 4 cholangiocarcinoma after experiencing a 10-month wait for a hospital referral.
Waiting for a nursing home: 'It can take from four weeks to four years'
A son expresses concern over the long waiting times for nursing home placement for his elderly mother with Alzheimer’s, highlighting a critical shortage of facilities in Iceland.
Joanna Ćwiek-Świdecka: Does the ER Have to Be a Horror?
The article discusses the grim reality of waiting times and treatment in Polish emergency rooms, focusing on personal experiences of patients encountering long delays and inadequate care.
Pilot project in Dachau: AI to assist with applications to the foreigner authority
In Dachau, a pilot project is utilizing artificial intelligence to streamline the application process at the foreigner authority, aiming to reduce waiting times and improve efficiency.
Demands for shorter waiting times in transgender care
New national guidelines in Sweden prioritize reducing waiting times for transgender care, highlighting the severe impact of gender dysphoria on mental health.
Protests Demand Solutions for Long Waiting Lines at Doctors, Reveals 'Forbidden Method' Experiment
In Latvia, a protest is being considered to address long waiting times for medical services, highlighting a persistent issue in healthcare accessibility.
Should answers to long lines at the doctor be sought in protest? "A Forbidden Method" seeks allies
In Latvia, there is a growing sentiment among certain groups about addressing the persistent issue of long waiting times to see doctors, but many are skeptical about protesting as a solution.
In the Protest, Seeking Solutions for Long Lines at Doctors, There is Little Action, Revealed by the 'Forbidden Method' Experiment
Despite some regional support, many are hesitant to participate in protests addressing long waiting times for medical appointments in Latvia.
Long waiting time for surgeries in women's health: She paid 85,000 to avoid the wait
A woman in Norway paid a significant out-of-pocket amount to receive timely surgery for women's health issues due to over a year's wait in the public healthcare system.
Cities campaign for 'conscious medical certificate' and say measure reduces lines in UPAs
Municipal health secretariats in Brazil are launching campaigns to discourage unnecessary visits to emergency healthcare units (UPAs) for medical certificates, claiming it reduces waiting times.
M. Themistocles: 60% reduction in surgery waiting times – The goal is 4 months of waiting
Greek Health Undersecretary Marios Themistocles announced a significant 60% reduction in waiting times for surgical procedures following the implementation of afternoon surgeries.
Why the waiting times in healthcare are long in Norrbotten
Healthcare waiting times in Norrbotten have increased due to system access issues, causing disruptions in patient communications and scheduled visits.
NHS waiting list 'lowest in 3 years' but A&E waits still put patients 'at risk'
NHS waiting lists have decreased to their lowest level in three years, but concerns remain over rising A&E wait times putting patients at risk.
Manitoba woman recovering after waiting 8 years for surgery
A Manitoba woman, Kim Hughes-Tardiff, undergoes recovery after an 8-year wait for scoliosis surgery, marking a significant change in her quality of life.
Vojtěch: The digitalization of healthcare is the key to reducing waiting times
Health Minister Vojtěch emphasizes the importance of digitizing the healthcare system to alleviate patient wait times.
Healthcare: Court of Auditors calls for immediate repeal of law for faster doctor appointments
The Court of Auditors has confirmed concerns that the law aimed at reducing waiting times for specialist appointments is costly and burdensome for healthcare providers without improving patient care.
Court of Auditors criticizes billions wasted in the provision of medical appointments
The Federal Court of Auditors reports that despite an additional expenditure of 2.9 billion euros by health insurances for faster medical appointments, waiting times have actually increased following the implementation of the appointment service law.
40 Days Until the Specialist: The Eternal Waiting Room for Statutory Insured
A survey shows that patients with statutory health insurance in Germany are waiting an average of 42 days for specialist appointments in 2024, significantly longer than in previous years.
Healthcare: Six Weeks Waiting for Specialist Appointment
In Germany, it now takes an average of six weeks to secure an appointment with a specialist, leading to concerns among general practitioners regarding increased wait times.
Specialist Appointments: Statutory Insured Patients Must Wait Longer
Statutory insured patients in Germany are reportedly facing longer waiting times for specialist appointments, with an average wait of 42 days in 2024 according to the Federal Ministry of Health.
Waiting times for specialist appointments rise significantly within a few years
Patients with statutory health insurance in Germany faced longer waiting times for specialist appointments in 2024 compared to previous years, according to responses from the Federal Ministry of Health.
Waiting times for specialist appointments increase significantly within a few years
Waiting times for specialist medical appointments have increased sharply, with insured patients now facing an average wait of six weeks for a consultation.
Waiting time for specialist appointments rises to 42 days in just a few years
New analysis reveals that patients with statutory health insurance must now wait six weeks for a specialist appointment, indicating an increase in waiting times.
A new 'Regitra' branch opened in Vilnius: expected to reduce queues
A new branch of ‘Regitra’ has been opened in Vilnius to reduce waiting times and improve customer satisfaction according to the Ministry of Interior.
Venezuela Announced the Release of Political Prisoners. Families Are Still Waiting.
Venezuela has declared the release of political prisoners, but many families continue to await their loved ones' return.
Traffic jams at the exit from BiH to Croatia, waiting up to eight hours
Significant traffic jams and hours-long waits are reported at border crossings from Bosnia and Herzegovina to Croatia, with particularly severe conditions at the Gradiška crossing.
How long PIP claimants now wait after new DWP applications
Many PIP claimants are facing waits of over a year for their disability benefit claims to be processed, leading to criticisms from the Public Accounts Committee regarding service levels.
Healthcare System: Shorter Waiting Times for Patients Mean: Less Power for Doctors
The article discusses how shorter waiting times for healthcare appointments can reduce the power of doctors in the healthcare system, drawing parallels to the Greek term 'Odyssey' used by patients experiencing long waits.
"People Wear Diapers": Revealed a Bizarre Detail About the New Year's Eve Celebration at Times Square
A TikTok user shocked viewers by revealing that some people waiting for the New Year's Eve ball drop at Times Square wear diapers due to limited restroom access.
30 Days for a Specialist Appointment – How Health Insurance Companies Want to Change Appointment Scheduling
Health experts and politicians in Germany are calling for a binding appointment guarantee and an end to the preferential treatment of privately insured patients, as millions of publicly insured individuals face long waits for specialist appointments.
Healthcare System: Germans Annoyed by Long Wait Times for Doctor Appointments
A survey reveals that millions of legally insured Germans are dissatisfied with the long wait times, often exceeding a month, for appointments with specialists.
A country that does not reward diligence and ambition
The article discusses the bleak future prospects in Germany, particularly highlighting issues like long waiting times for medical appointments and heavy tax burdens, while suggesting that a new perspective can lead to positive thinking, illustrated through examples from Berlin.
Photo: Due to the new EU system, waiting at the entry to Croatia takes up to four hours
Long waiting times of up to four hours at the Croatian border with Bosnia and Serbia are being caused by the new EU Entry/Exit System requiring biometric data collection for non-EU citizens.
Chaos at the border, waiting hours to enter Croatia: 'There is a total system collapse here'
Long wait times at the Bajakovo border crossing into Croatia from Serbia, with delays reaching up to four hours due to holiday traffic.
How long do patients have to wait for a specialist visit? NFZ provided data
The NFZ report reveals that as of September 2025, patients requiring visits to specialists such as neurosurgeons and hematologists face long waiting times, despite a slight decrease in some queues compared to the previous year.
"Wait time for a specialist is up to 2 years," says director about issues with additional registrations
The director discusses the challenges faced with long wait times for specialist appointments, indicating they can extend up to two years.
Georgiadis: Reduction of up to 60% in waiting time at the NHS emergency departments, average time below 4 hours in December
Health Minister Georgiadis announced a significant reduction in waiting times at NHS emergency departments, achieving an average wait time of under 4 hours by December 2025.