NHS Winter Planning ‘Paying Off’ as Flu Hospital Admissions Fall 25% – Officials
NHS winter planning is “paying off for patients”, officials have said, as new figures show the number of people in hospitals with flu fell by 25% in a week. The number of hospital admissions for norovirus in England has also fallen for the first time this year, while figures show a further drop in the […]
NHS Winter Planning ‘Paying Off’ as Flu Hospital Admissions Fall 25% – Officials NHS winter planning is reportedly benefiting patients, as evidenced by a 25% weekly decrease in hospitalizations for flu. Additionally, norovirus admissions in England have seen their first decline of the year, and the percentage of patients facing extended waits in ambulances before A&E handover has further reduced. Health Secretary Wes Streeting indicated that the NHS is analyzing this winter’s performance to enhance future responses to seasonal pressures.
- NHS winter planning is reported to be successful for patients.
- The number of hospital patients with flu decreased by 25% in one week.
- Hospital admissions for norovirus in England have fallen for the first time this year.
- There has been a further reduction in long waits for patients in ambulances before handover to A&E.
- Health Secretary Wes Streeting stated the NHS is learning from this winter to improve its response to seasonal pressures.
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