Large numbers of patients have been arriving at hospitals over the Christmas period
By Greig WatsonDerbyshire's health and social care system is under "sustained and significant pressure", NHS bosses have said.
The 111 call centre at Pride Park has also seen high demand, with tens of thousands of calls since Christmas Eve. "We are open for business and our services are there for anyone who needs them but we are prioritising patients with the highest level of need, particularly those requiring urgent and emergency care.
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