Bradford and Keighley bank holiday A&E plea from NHS bosses
"NHS Struggles With High Bank Holiday A&E Use"
According to the NHS, many healthcare facilities, including A&E units, are experiencing a high volume of visitors, surpassing previous records.
NHS officials have alerted the public that there is more demand than usual for medical attention at the A&E departments located in Bradford and Keighley.
The health service has reported that the quantity of patients visiting Airedale Hospital and Bradford Royal Infirmary's A&E departments is significantly higher than usual for this time of year.
Consequently, for the long weekend, individuals have been advised to either contact 111 or utilize the NHS's 111 online platform before heading to a center for medical assistance.
According to Dr James Thomas, a member of the NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board, healthcare facilities tend to be extra busy during bank holidays, but there has also been a gradual rise in demand all year round.
According to Dr. Thomas, there have been unprecedented amounts of visits in GP practices, mental health services, and emergency departments in the previous year.
According to him, an ambulance must only be summoned via 999 in case of an urgent situation, specifically when an individual perceives that they are facing a severe ailment or injury with the potential to threaten their life.
If you think that you might be having a heart attack, stroke, difficulty breathing, hefty bleeding, or significant injury, then it's important to dial 999.
Helen Farmer, who is the director in charge of providing medical assistance at Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership, pointed out that the 111.nhs.uk website, which is available to the public, is currently the most excellent solution for patients seeking medical aid.
According to her statement, this encompasses receiving a call from a certified healthcare professional or nurse, scheduling a visit to the emergency room, or guiding them on ways to recuperate.
During bank holidays, a few drug stores remain open and provide treatment for specific ailments and some prescribed medicine. This service is available without requiring a consultation with a general practitioner.
At the moment, those in need of assistance with their mental wellbeing are encouraged to get in touch with Guide-Line at 08001 884 884 from 8:00 in the morning until midnight. They can also choose to browse through the Healthy Minds website for additional resources.
If you need immediate assistance for a mental health crisis at any hour of the day, don't hesitate to reach out to the NHS's First Response service, which can be reached at 0800 952 1181.
