Michelle Dyson accused ministers of ignoring Britain's biggest killer and said patients were too often diagnosed, discharged and sent home with little more than a leaflet.

Michelle Dyson accused ministers of ignoring Britain's biggest killer and said patients were too often diagnosed, discharged and sent home with little more than a leaflet.

The lack of a firm target means services could be cut back, with more patients left waiting months or years while their condition worsens, she added.