We aren’t yet into winter but pressure on the NHS is already unsustainable

We aren’t yet into winter but pressure on the NHS is already unsustainable Ambulances are queuing outside for hours and patient safety has been threatened, says this hospital consultant.

I am often surprised when I speak to non-medical friends. They are generally less interested in what is going on, but when they do ask they are surprised to hear that we are still under so much pressure.

There is a general perception that this is all under control now. The Guardian

See also:

• Medics savage 'insane' plans for A&E 'arrival lounges' to ease ambulance crisis The Daily Mail
• Use NHS 111 online service to protect busy A&Es, says health chief The Guardian
• Hospital emergency department under 'extreme pressure' urges those without life-threatening conditions to stay away Sky News