There Are Claims That Surgical Appointments For Cancer Patients Are Being Cancelled In Significant Numbers.

There are claims that surgical appointments for cancer patients are being cancelled in significant numbers. According to the Irish Hospital Consultants Association the problems in hospitals is now at such a critical level that patient care and safety is compromised on a daily basis. The group met with the Health Minister Simon Harris on Thursday to highlight their concerns. Association President Dr Tom Ryan says the health system must become more responsive to patients' needs: >*