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Sonographer Shortage Delays Vital Scans for Pregnant Women, Cancer Patients

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How many lives have been lost or health complications have occurred directly due to the delays in ultrasound scans?
What specific new services in local communities is the government planning to address the ultrasound service pressure?
How many sonographers are currently being trained annually in the UK to meet the increased demand?
What is the average wait time for urgent ultrasound scans for pregnant women and cancer patients across different regions?
What measures are being taken to improve career progression and pay for sonographers in the NHS to retain staff?
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