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๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Diana Ingerainen: Estonia's healthcare needs a quality system

Diana Ingerainen argues that Estonia's healthcare system requires a quality assurance framework to address long waiting times and improve patient outcomes.

Mar 23 โ€ข 07:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

ICE agents will be deployed to US airports on Monday to ease long lines

ICE agents are being deployed to US airports starting Monday to assist Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents amid a government shutdown causing long waiting times.

Mar 22 โ€ข 15:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The nightmare of a hungry customer: 30 minutes turned into an hour and 15 minutes of waiting

Customers have reported significant delays in food delivery via the Wolt app, with promised delivery times being much longer than advertised.

Mar 21 โ€ข 13:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

New DVLA update on medical driving licence waiting times - who qualifies for help

Drivers with certain medical conditions face longer waiting times for medical driving licenses from the DVLA amid rising demand and complexity of applications.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The confidence of Spaniards in public healthcare falls and the main problem is the wait times to see a specialist

A recent survey shows declining confidence among Spaniards in public healthcare, primarily due to long wait times for specialist appointments.

Mar 20 โ€ข 13:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

USU: Illegal wait times for non-urgent specialized healthcare cannot be resolved in time in all areas

Many Finnish regions are unable to meet a deadline for addressing illegal wait times in specialized healthcare, as mandated by Valvira.

Mar 19 โ€ข 03:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Marรญa Varela, the woman who gathered 55,000 signatures to advance breast cancer screening to age 40: 'Health promised us a meeting five times, but we are still waiting'

Marรญa Varela, a breast cancer patient, has gathered over 55,000 signatures advocating for the age of mammograms to be lowered to 40, highlighting delays in health ministry response.

Mar 18 โ€ข 21:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Restructuring in the Munich Clinic: There Should No Longer Be Waiting Times in the Emergency Room

The Munich Clinic is undergoing a major restructuring to eliminate emergency room waiting times by optimizing services across its facilities.

Mar 17 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Will there be a partial return of limits on visits to specialist doctors? Findings from 'Rzeczpospolita'

The article discusses potential reinstatement of limits on visits to specialist doctors in Poland due to rising patient wait times despite previous policy changes.

Mar 17 โ€ข 11:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

TRE-PA Begins Alerting Voters via WhatsApp to Update Biometric Registration and Reduce Queues on Election Day

The Electoral Regional Court of Parรก (TRE-PA) initiated sending WhatsApp messages to voters to update their biometric registration and lessen waiting times on election day.

Mar 16 โ€ข 23:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

The government announces new waiting time goals for Norwegian hospitals

The Norwegian government intends to introduce more ambitious waiting time targets for hospitals to reduce patient wait times for planned treatments.

Mar 16 โ€ข 10:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Patient in Canada waits over 12 hours in hospital emergency room: 'I'd rather payโ€™

A woman in Canada expressed her frustration on social media about waiting over 12 hours in a hospital emergency room for treatment for severe abdominal pain.

Mar 16 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Sokolov orthopedic clinic has one of the shortest waiting times in the Czech Republic

The orthopedic clinic in Sokolov boasts some of the shortest waiting times for patients in Czechia.

Mar 16 โ€ข 09:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Measures Against Long Waiting Times and Unpaid Labor in the Transportation Industry

The Japan Fair Trade Commission plans to amend the Antimonopoly Act to prevent transportation companies from undergoing unpaid labor due to excessive waiting times and unpaid loading or unloading services.

Mar 16 โ€ข 08:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

The early start of the bicycle season has caused queues in workshops

This year's bicycle season in Estonia has begun unusually early, leading to increased demand and waiting times at bike repair shops.

Mar 15 โ€ข 19:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Susanne Nystrรถm: Soon Everyone Will Realize That Swedish Healthcare Will Never "Work"

The article discusses the increasing costs and inefficiencies in the Swedish healthcare system, urging for a change to prevent further deterioration and reliance on private insurance.

Mar 15 โ€ข 10:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

"It is not true that private health clinics are outperforming"

The CEO of the capital area health care service disputes claims that private health clinics are offering better services than public ones amid significant wait times for medical appointments.

Mar 13 โ€ข 21:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The enormous regional inequality in dependency: from 559 days of waiting in Murcia to 113 in Castilla and Leรณn

A report highlights significant regional disparities in Spain's dependency assistance system, with wait times for benefits varying dramatically between regions.

Mar 13 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

More womenโ€™s toilets than men's: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's first guideline to alleviate queue issues

Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has issued new guidelines to ensure there are more women's toilets than men's in public facilities, aiming to reduce waiting times for women.

Mar 13 โ€ข 07:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Worst cancer diagnosis performance in two years for England

New statistics reveal that England has seen its poorest performance in cancer diagnosis in two years, with a significant number of patients waiting too long for their results.

Mar 12 โ€ข 11:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Most patients are waiting over a month for a specialist appointment

A study reveals that while most patients are satisfied with specialist care in Estonia, more than half are waiting over a month for an appointment, raising concerns about accessibility.

Mar 12 โ€ข 10:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Digestive tract cancer is increasingly affecting younger patients. At Bulovka, they help patients reduce waiting times for treatment

Bulovka hospital in Czech Republic is taking steps to reduce waiting times for treatment for younger patients affected by digestive tract cancer.

Mar 12 โ€ข 10:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

The Jungle of Healthcare Quotas: Will Electronic Appointments Alone Simplify Patients' Lives?

The article discusses the introduction of electronic referrals in Latvia's healthcare system, aimed at reducing waiting times for patients, but raises concerns about potential complications due to different appointment systems in various institutions.

Mar 10 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Bolt: Ride Prices Are Rising

Bolt's Finland chief warns that proposed changes in taxi regulations could lead to increased ride prices and longer waiting times for customers.

Mar 7 โ€ข 14:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Why more Queensland couples are tying the knot at the registry

An increasing number of couples in Queensland are opting for registry weddings instead of traditional venues to simplify the process and reduce waiting times.

Mar 6 โ€ข 18:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Important changes coming in drug imports via IFET

IFET's CEO announced significant improvements in drug imports, resulting in reduced shortages and waiting times, while the Health Ministry prepares new measures to further cut costs.

Mar 6 โ€ข 12:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

We have no more men to lose to waiting lists

The article criticizes the Norwegian health minister for failing to reduce waiting times for mental health services, emphasizing the dire situation of men's mental health in Norway.

Mar 5 โ€ข 13:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Will he see the doctor first or go blind? Vilnius resident Vladas is in despair: 'It will be the end'

A 74-year-old man from Vilnius is struggling with glaucoma and fears going blind due to long waiting times for treatment.

Mar 4 โ€ข 19:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Cold treatment for the elderly - Illegal situation revealed

A report reveals that nearly 2,300 elderly people were waiting for care facilities in Finland at the end of 2025, highlighting illegal waiting times that exceed three months in some areas.

Mar 3 โ€ข 05:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

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.

Feb 28 โ€ข 20:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

March will be marked by advances and a new time in the health sector of Braganรงa Paulista

Braganรงa Paulista's municipal government is implementing strategic actions in March to enhance public health services and reduce waiting times for medical care.

Feb 27 โ€ข 18:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

UPA Dr. Thelmo reduces waiting times for exams by up to 75% with new laboratory

The UPA Dr. Thelmo in Jacareรญ has installed a new clinical analysis laboratory that drastically reduces waiting times for exam results.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

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.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Work and eligible households, waiting times... What you need to know about MaPrimeRรฉnov' if you are considering renovating your home

The re-opening of the MaPrimeRรฉnov' program has led to significant backlog issues due to delayed processing times caused by budget approval delays, frustrating potential renovators.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Editorial: One tax cut could boost housing sales โ€“ 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.

Feb 22 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

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.

Feb 19 โ€ข 19:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

"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.

Feb 19 โ€ข 15:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

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.

Feb 19 โ€ข 08:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

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 Alzheimerโ€™s, highlighting a critical shortage of facilities in Iceland.

Feb 18 โ€ข 20:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Joanna ฤ†wiek-ลšwidecka: 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.

Feb 18 โ€ข 03:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

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.

Feb 17 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

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.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

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.

Feb 17 โ€ข 03:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

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.

Feb 17 โ€ข 03:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

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.

Feb 17 โ€ข 03:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

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.

Feb 13 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 13 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

M. Themistocles: 60% reduction in surgery waiting times โ€“ 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.

Feb 12 โ€ข 16:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

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.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

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.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:35 UTC

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