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Norovirus cases in England’s hospitals hit highest level this winter

NHS England said pressure on hospital capacity remains high.

The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2025

Norovirus hospitalisations hit highest level this winter - how high are cases in your area?

NHS England said pressure on hospital capacity remains high

Evening Standard · Jan 30, 2025

Pharmacists hit out at difficulties stocking flu jabs amid warning illness yet to peak

Hospitals are ‘full to bursting’ across the country with hundreds attending emergency departments

The Independent UK · Jan 10, 2025

Number of patients in hospital with flu ‘rising at a very concerning rate’

Compared to last winter, the average number of flu patients in hospital in England is up sharply

Evening Standard · Jan 3, 2025

One in seven A&E patients are repeat visitors with unmet needs, study finds

Some patients across UK turning to A&Es five or more times a year due to unresolved medical issues, charity says

The Guardian - UK · Nov 25, 2024

NHS’s top A&E doctor urges people to use 111 services this winter

It is estimated that up to two-fifths of A&E attendances are avoidable or could be better treated elsewhere, according to NHS England.

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2024

‘Postcode lottery’ for A&E care as NHS and government failing to tackle crisis, MPs warn

MPs warn government they have ‘serious doubts’ over NHS A&E rescue plan

The Independent UK · Oct 25, 2023

NHS waiting list hits new record high and casts doubt on key Sunak pledge

In February 2020, the last full month before the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, the waiting list stood at 4.57 million

The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023

NHS waiting lists hit new record high of 7.7 million

In February 2020, the last full month before the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, the waiting list stood at 4.57 million.

The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2023

Deals struck to ensure ‘life and limb’ cover during NHS ambulance strike

Some ‘essential’ services will run during Wednesday’s strike in England and Wales, MPs are told

The Guardian - UK · Dec 20, 2022