Latest data shows health service coming under increased pressure even before winter begins
The number of people waiting for an appointment with the NHS in England has topped 7 million for the first time in August.
Other unwelcome records were recorded elsewhere, with 56.9% of patients attending major A&Es in September were seen within four hours, a record low.
Latest data shows health service coming under increased pressure even before winter beginsThe number of people waiting for an appointment with the NHS in England has topped 7 million for the first time in August.Other unwelcome records were recorded elsewhere, with 56.9% of patients attending major A&Es in September were seen within four hours, a record low. Continue reading…