Professor Sir Stephen Powis warns of a potentially severe winter flu season, with the NHS facing intense pressure from a surge in Covid, norovirus, and flu cases. Paramedics are experiencing 'severe pressure', and hospitals are struggling to cope with the influx of patients. The 'quad-demic' of flu, Covid, norovirus, and RSV is adding to the strain on healthcare services.
This winter's flu season could be one of the worst on record, according to a top health official. Professor Sir Stephen Powis has issued a stark warning as the NHS faces severe strain from high levels of Covid , norovirus, and flu cases.
NHS England's National Medical Director highlighted the challenges posed by the "quad-demic" of flu, Covid, norovirus, and respiratory syncytial virus , which is putting additional stress on healthcare services. He stated: "The winter flu season has not only hit the NHS early this year, but it is potentially on track to be one of the worst we have ever seen, as the 'quad-demic' continues to increase pressure across services.
Professor Powis expressed his gratitude towards NHS staff who, despite facing immense demand, are working relentlessly to ensure patient safety and deliver the highest standard of care. Managing director of the Association of Ambulance Chief Executives , Anna Parry, highlighted the extreme pressures UK ambulance services are experiencing this winter due to a surge in demand from illnesses like Covid, flu and norovirus.
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