NHS bracing for worst ever winter crisis in next fortnight amid rising flu cases
The Guardian • 12/11/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
The NHS is preparing for its worst winter crisis in the next fortnight due to a significant increase in flu cases, with hospitals already treating record numbers of seriously ill patients, according to The Guardian. NHS leaders are urging the public to get vaccinated to help mitigate the impact during the holiday season.
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