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Cancer Treatment Delays Cost Lives | Oakland News
New research reveals a troubling trend: cancer patients are waiting nearly two weeks longer to start treatment than they were a decade ago, with delays hitting hardest for stomach and lung cancers—and disproportionately affecting Black patients, Medicaid recipients, and those in low-income areas. These gaps aren’t just frustrating—they’re deadly, linked to higher death rates and worse survival outcomes. Experts warn the healthcare system must urgently fix these bottlenecks before timely care becomes an unattainable luxury for vulnerable populations. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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