Diagnostic capacity in the NHS in England was much lower than that in many other developed countries before the COVID-19 pandemic. The relative lack of diagnostic equipment and workforce is now hampering recovery from the pandemic. In response to this, a major programme of work is now underway to improve access to a wide range of diagnostic tests. Establishment of community diagnostic centres is a key component of this programme.
Keywords: GIRFT; community diagnostic centres; diagnostics; imaging.
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