Rising hospital admissions due to flu and viruses are key factors behind the current escalation.
The NHS in Northamptonshire, which covers Northampton General Hospital , has declared a critical incident
Ongoing demand, particularly at Northampton and Kettering general hospitals have culminated in this escalation.announced its first ever critical incident. Dr Naomi Caldwell, deputy chief medical officer of NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board , said: "We have taken this step to ensure we can deliver safe care while we address the challenges."The NHS said the public should "think carefully" before attending casualty departments, and only do so in a life-threatening emergencyenables the NHS to prioritise urgent care, minimise disruptions to outpatient appointments and planned operations, and expand capacity where possible.
Maria Laffan, chief nursing officer at the ICB, added: "If you need urgent health support, please continue to come forward as needed and don't wait if your condition is becoming worse, but please access alternative services where possible.
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