NHS declares critical incident amid rise in flu cases
Services are "extremely busy" due to a combination of factors including high levels of flu and norovirus, an NHS spokesperson said. Health chiefs have urged people to only call 99
Multiple hospitals declare critical incidents over soaring flu cases as A&E patients face 50 hour waits
Hospitals in Birmingham, Hampshire, Liverpool and Plymouth have declared critical incidents following a surge in patients with respiratory issues
Mask-wearing returns to hospitals amid flu chaos as at least 7 NHS trusts declare critical incidents
England’s top doctor says flu surge means 'demand is showing no signs of letting up' before an expected peak next week, as numerous NHS hospital trusts declare critical incidents
Several NHS trusts in England declare critical incidents amid rise in flu cases
Patients not in an emergency are being asked to see their GP, pharmacy or visit their nearest walk-in centre - or to call the 111 service for advice.
County's hospitals declare 'critical incident'
The NHS in Northamptonshire has declared a critical incident - meaning there is mounting pressure on health services which are at full capacity. Ongoing demand, particularly at No
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