The Latest Breaking News from CDCs

Timely cancer diagnosis ‘shouldn’t be a question of luck’ says Streeting

Labour is investing £237 million into new and improved community diagnostic centres

The Independent UK · Apr 13

Diagnosis ‘shouldn’t be a question of luck’ – Wes Streeting

The Health Secretary has announced £237 million has been invested for new and improved community diagnostic centres across England.

Evening Standard · Apr 13

Patients in England given more access to crucial health checks out of hours

Government says 100 community diagnostic centres are open seven days a week for services such as MRI scans

The Guardian - UK · Aug 17, 2025

NHS waiting lists ‘likely to rise’ despite Tories turning to private sector to clear backlog

Maria Caulfield said the number of patients in line for treatment expected climb further in coming months before coming down

The Independent UK · Aug 4, 2023

Experts warn of ‘unintended consequences’ of leaning on private sector capacity

Plans for 13 new diagnostic centres, eight of which will be privately run, were announced on Friday.

The Independent UK · Aug 4, 2023

NHS waiting lists likely to rise despite private sector expansion, minister says

Maria Caulfield said the number of patients in line for treatment is expected climb further in the coming months.

The Independent UK · Aug 4, 2023

Government turns to private clinics to help tackle NHS waiting lists

The Government said the 13 new facilities – eight of which are private – will ‘ease pressure’ on the health service.

The Independent UK · Aug 3, 2023

The Mancunian Way: A micro society

The three communities that give a fascinating insight into Greater Manchester PLUS Rishi’s plan to cut NHS waiting lists

Manchester Evening News · Feb 13, 2023

Government confirm plans for £20m NHS scans and tests hub in the Metrocentre

You will soon be able to get NHS scans in the Metrocentre

Chronicle Live · Feb 13, 2023

Community diagnostic centres helping cut NHS waiting lists, says Sunak

The Prime Minister toured Oldham Community Diagnostic Centre, where patients can go for quicker access to tests, scans and checks after a referral.

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2023