A report from the Health Foundation reveals that urgent and emergency care in England has deteriorated significantly since the pandemic, with record A&E waiting times noted this winter. Over 60,000 individuals waited 12 hours or longer for admission, highlighting severe operational challenges. While flu cases were high, they were not solely to blame for the crisis. Longstanding issues, such as delayed patient discharges, exacerbated A&E congestion. The urgent need for a government emergency care plan is underscored, signaling deeper problems within the NHS that require immediate attention.
The Health Foundation report states that A&E waiting times are hitting record highs, with over 60,000 patients waiting 12 hours or more after an admission decision.
Despite the increased cases of flu and norovirus, the report emphasizes that the NHS was already facing significant structural issues prior to the pandemic.
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