The children waiting years for a 15-minute procedure
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Source: The Age
Published: 2026-04-05 05:00 UTC+10:00
Section: National / NSW
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Australia
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Snippet:
Demand on the NSW surgical system is forcing one in 10 patients to wait more than a year for a 15-minute ear procedure, leaving children at risk of learning delays and long-term hearing loss.
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