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May heatwave was as stressful on A&E departments as the winter flu season, with 3,000 people being given 'corridor care' per day, new NHS figures reveal
NHS figures reveal that the May heatwave placed as much strain on A&E departments as the winter flu season, with 3,000 people receiving 'corridor care' daily. The data highlights the significant impact of extreme weather on emergency healthcare services.
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