More than 350% rise in people hospitalised with flu - as NHS faces 'quad-demic'
Thursday, 5 December 2024 There has been a 352% increase in the number of people hospitalised with the flu compared to this time last year, NHS data shows.
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Health Secretary Wes Streeting says the government will work with major supermarkets to make healthy food choices easier for consumers. He outlines plans to reduce calorie intake across the population, tackling rising obesity and easing pressure on the NHS without the need for additional taxes.
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NHS funding could be linked to patient feedback under new plans, with poorly performing services that "don't listen" penalised with less money. Sky News
The government is warning that the NHS will be under even more pressure this weekend as temperatures soar, so looking after yourself in the sunshine is crucial. Sky News
Health officials are urging people to prepare for rising temperatures, warning of a possible spike in 999 calls and ambulance demand. Dr Agostinho Sousa from the UK Health Security Agency said itβs vital to take steps to stay cool and avoid using up NHS resources needed for vulnerable people. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Thursday, 5 December 2024
There has been a 352% increase in the number of people hospitalised with the flu compared to this time last year, NHS data shows.
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