As Norovirus Rise continues, the busiest week of the NHS

So far, hospitals in England have just been busy for a week this winter.

Last week, an average of more than 98,000 patients were in hospital beds every day – the highest level this winter – with 96% of adult beds occupied.

As norovirus cases continue to climb – patients with vomitworms occupy nearly 1,000 beds – but flu cases continue to decline after reaching their peak in January.

Even if it is medically suitable for discharge, nearly 13,800 patients are hospitalized in the hospital – a record record this winter.

Professor Julian Redhead, director of Emergency Medicine at NHS England, said: “The dual pressures of winter virus and discharge patients’ problems mean hospitals are approaching meeting – even as more and more beds are open to manage demand increases.

“Although the pressure on hospitals is still very high, important people continue to use NHS services in a normal way – if you need advice and support for your health, use 111 and 111 online and use only 999 or in a life-threatening emergency In case of participation in A&E.

The pressure on the hospital has been rising, leading to reports that patients face delays in line with A&E and ambulances outside.

Royal Nursing College Warning Last Month Their so-called corridor care is at risk of life Patients must be treated in temporary areas, including parking lots, cabinets and nursing stations.

Saffron Cordery, who represents the hospital's NHS provider, said it was already difficult.

“It is worrying that despite the relentless efforts of trust leaders and frontline teams, they are trying their best to deliver high-quality care and see patients as quickly as possible in very challenging situations.”

Meanwhile, Amy Douglas from the UK Health Security Agency said the public must take precautions against norovirus, and the level of norovirus “beyond what we usually see.”

“Just because you have norovirus doesn’t mean you won’t get it again.

“It is very important that if you have diarrhea and vomiting, take steps to avoid infection.

“Please avoid visiting people in hospitals and nursing homes to prevent the spread of infection in these situations.

“Don’t return to work, school or nursery until 48 hours after your symptoms stop, and don’t prepare food for others after you prepare.

“It’s because you can still get through the virus a few days after you stop getting sick.”