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NHS hearing services are being scaled back in England, an investigation by campaigners suggests.
Data obtained by Action on Hearing Loss from 128 hospitals found more than 40% had seen cuts in the past 18 months.
In particular, the study found evidence of rises in waiting times and reductions in follow-up care.
The report is the latest in a growing number to have suggested front-line care is being rationed as the health service struggles with finances.
The NHS is in the middle of a ?20bn five-year savings drive.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-20034646
Data obtained by Action on Hearing Loss from 128 hospitals found more than 40% had seen cuts in the past 18 months.
In particular, the study found evidence of rises in waiting times and reductions in follow-up care.
The report is the latest in a growing number to have suggested front-line care is being rationed as the health service struggles with finances.
The NHS is in the middle of a ?20bn five-year savings drive.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-20034646