All articles tagged with #wait times
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Points Guy
American Express is launching a new mobile travel app that includes features like estimated wait times and the ability to join Centurion Lounge waitlists, aiming to improve the lounge experience amid overcrowding, alongside other travel planning tools and digital travel stamps, with more features expected in the future.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The New York Times
A new US State Department rule requiring visa applicants to be interviewed in their home countries is expected to significantly increase wait times, with some delays exceeding a year, affecting tourists, students, and temporary workers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNBC
The Social Security Administration is urging users who created their "my Social Security" accounts before September 18, 2021, to update to a Login.gov account to continue accessing online services. This update aims to streamline services and reduce long wait times for the agency's national phone number.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNBC
Sales of new superyachts over 100 feet long dropped 17% in 2023, with wait times for orders over 200 feet now at three to four years due to pandemic backlogs and soaring costs. The largest superyachts saw a 40% decline, attributed in part to Russian oligarchs dropping out of the market following the Ukraine invasion. Americans are accounting for nearly a quarter of all superyacht sales, with the average length of American-owned superyachts increasing. Despite declining new sales, the number of completions surged 31% in 2023, leading to a growing demand for the entire yacht economy.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
A study by the think tank Rand Corporation revealed that Americans are facing varying wait times for virtual mental healthcare, with some waiting up to two and a half months for appointments. Access to care varies widely by state, with Southern states generally having shorter wait times than those on the coasts. The study attributed longer wait times to shortages of mental health providers, telehealth policies, and access to high-speed internet. The US is currently experiencing a mental health crisis, with increased rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide. Telehealth has become more prevalent, especially in rural areas, offering a more accessible avenue for timely communication with healthcare providers.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WOODTV.com
Hospitals in West Michigan are experiencing longer wait times at urgent cares, walk-in clinics, and emergency rooms due to an increase in respiratory viruses, including COVID-19 and RSV. The influx of minor symptomatic patients seeking treatment is causing a backlog in the ER and affecting scheduled surgeries and other departments. Dr. Charles Gibson of Corewell Health advises considering telehealth appointments for non-urgent illnesses to alleviate the strain on in-person services.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
Since the overturning of Roe v. Wade in June 2022, accessing abortion in the United States has become increasingly difficult, with longer wait times and limited availability of clinics. About half of U.S. states now have laws that ban or restrict access to abortion, leading to increased demand for appointments at the remaining providers. Delays in obtaining abortions can result in more complex and riskier procedures, especially as pregnancies progress. Traveling out of state for care has become necessary for many, causing further delays and financial burdens. While clinics have taken steps to reduce wait times, individual challenges such as childcare, travel, and financial concerns remain difficult to overcome. The average driving distance to the nearest clinic has also increased in some states. The ongoing barriers to accessing abortion highlight the need for continued advocacy for reproductive rights and improved access to care.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WESH 2 Orlando
Wait times at Central Florida's theme parks, including Disney, Universal, and Seaworld, were slightly lower on July 4th compared to previous years. Experts attribute this to the hot weather and the complicated nature of theme park vacations. The following day, crowds returned to normal levels.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Business
Disney's U.S. theme parks experienced shorter wait times on the Fourth of July, indicating lower foot traffic compared to the previous year, according to data from Touring Plans. Hollywood Studios saw the largest decline in average wait times, dropping from 44 minutes in 2022 to 18 minutes this year. Other parks in Florida and California also saw decreases in wait times. Factors such as extreme temperatures, pricing, and a slowdown in revenge travel were cited as possible reasons for the decrease. However, the parks were busier in the days following the holiday.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Business
McDonald's and Chick-fil-A have introduced geofencing technology to their mobile apps to improve the mobile-order experience and reduce wait times. The technology tracks customers' locations and notifies staff when they are close, allowing them to start preparing the order. The feature has been found to improve wait times and increase customer satisfaction. The improved mobile app experience could benefit both fast-food restaurants and their customers by shortening lines and reducing the number of paid staff needed to run the restaurant.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
The Biden administration plans to overhaul the United States' organ transplant system, which has long been plagued by long wait times and a lack of transparency. The system has been run by the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) for nearly four decades, but the administration is now putting the network out to bid to foster competition. The administration also wants to end the current practice of UNOS board members sitting on the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network's board, which is viewed as a conflict of interest. The overhaul also includes the rollout of a website that will provide detailed, de-identified data on transplant wait lists, donors, and recipients.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by IGN
Players attempting to access the Diablo 4 beta have experienced long wait times and server issues, with many taking to Twitter to express their frustrations. Blizzard has acknowledged the issues and is managing the rate of players entering the game until a full fix is implemented. The beta is intended as a stress test before the full launch, but players are hoping for a resolution soon.