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Leicester Infirmary Overwhelmed by Early Flu Surge

12/11/2025

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Story summary
  • Leicester Royal Infirmary faces unprecedented winter pressure from an early flu surge, including the severe H3N2 strain.
  • The emergency unit is overwhelmed due to the influx.
  • 932 patients arrived in one day.
  • The hospital has implemented new triage systems and added beds to manage the influx.
  • Delays are expected to worsen in early January.