Victoria Atkins, the health secretary, announced that the National Health Service (NHS) is taking every possible step to avoid a winter health crisis. The NHS may face additional pressure this winter due to record waiting lists and a shortage of extra beds, and avoiding a crisis is the top priority. Atkins revealed that planning for winter began earlier than usual, resulting in the availability of 5,000 additional beds. Speaking on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg on BBC One, Atkins stated the NHS has been working hard to prepare for this winter.
According to statistics, the waiting list for planned NHS treatment in England has increased to a record high of 7.77 million in September, which was attributed to industrial action. Atkins assigned blame to strikes by medical personnel, which resulted in the rescheduling of 1.1 million appointments.
The NHS has struggled in recent winters, with many experts warning that the health service could experience significant difficulties this winter. The coronavirus pandemic has had an enormous impact on the NHS, with changing government policies, changing restrictions, and challenges caused by vaccine shortages. Despite the obstacles, the NHS has played a critical role in the UK’s response to the pandemic since the outbreak began.
Hopefully, the actions of the NHS, combined with the efforts of individual people, can help prevent a winter health crisis. With increased planning and additional resources, the NHS can continue to provide support to those who need it in a challenging environment
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