Cancer Society responds to new govt health targets

Dr Shane Reti has unveilled his prescription for achieving five significant health targets all within the existing budget, leaving some experts skeptical about whether it's actually possible. The five targets are: faster cancer treatment, improved immunisation coverage, shorter stays in emergency departments, shorter waits for specialist appointments and elective treatment, Cancer Society head of cancer services - Craig Watson spoke to Lisa Owen.

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