2,000 UK adults surveyed found they can wait 10 minutes in a supermarket line before getting irritated, with 62% finding current doctor wait times unacceptable.

2,000 UK adults surveyed on patience thresholds revealed they can wait 10 minutes in a supermarket line before getting irritated, with 32% losing their temper during waits and 62% finding current doctor wait times unacceptable. Most agonizing delays include customer service, waiting to see doctors, and traffic. The study showed increased interest in private healthcare to reduce NHS wait times.