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Health board declares critical incident over extreme A&E pressure
Original: Health board declares critical incident over 'extreme' A&E pressure
A UK health board has declared a critical incident, saying its accident and emergency departments are under 'extreme' pressure. The move signals that demand has overwhelmed normal operating capacity, and typically prompts steps such as deferring non-urgent procedures and urging patients to seek alternative care. Declaring a critical incident is reserved for the most serious situations and highlights ongoing strain on urgent and emergency care services.
Why now: The formal critical incident declaration signals severe pressure on emergency care, which typically draws public and media attention
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