The consequences of the latest wave of flu and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) cases coupled with the ongoing spread of COVID-19 variants are starting to play out for those with longstanding medical conditions who are waiting even longer for non-emergency procedures and doctors’ visits or deferring care altogether to avoid overcrowded facilities.
This is not just an issue in the United States. In the U.K., more than 7 million people are currently on elective surgery waitlists after years of pandemic-related disruptions.
