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UK Braces for Early Flu Surge, Record Hospital Demand

10/31/2025

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Britain's health officials warn an unusually early flu season could drive record hospital demand this winter.
Sir Jim Mackey of NHS England says A&E departments may face pandemic-like challenges.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) reports flu cases are three times higher than usual and notes 12.2 million vaccines have been administered.
The government plans to invest £450 million to improve urgent care services.

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Britain's health officials warn an unusually early flu season could drive record hospital demand this winter.
Sir Jim Mackey of NHS England says A&E departments may face pandemic-like challenges.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) reports flu cases are three times higher than usual and notes 12.2 million vaccines have been administered.
The government plans to invest £450 million to improve urgent care services.