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HOSPITALS across the UK are said to be cancelling major surgeries after what's thought to have been a cyber attack.

HOSPITALS across the UK are said to be cancelling major surgeries after what's thought to have been a cyber attack.There are reports patients are being told they may have to wait weeks for appointments - including blood transfusions.Royal Brompton and Harefield also reportedly had to cancel transplant surgeries.

"Some activity has already been cancelled or redirected to other providers at short notice as we prioritise the clinical work that we are able to safely carry out."

 

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