Thousands removed from NHS wait lists by Government doctor scheme

• A Government initiative sending expert medical teams to hospitals in areas with high unemployment is resulting in a significant reduction in NHS waiting lists.
• Health Secretary Wes Streeting says the programme has cut waiting lists by 130 per cent in targeted areas.
• About 37,000 patients have been removed from waiting lists in the 20 areas, with each hospital trust averaging nearly 2,000 removals.
• The scheme aims to improve patient health and boost the economy by addressing high levels of sickness-related unemployment.
• Following the programme's success, the Government plans to expand the specialised teams to more areas later this year.

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