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flag A flu surge has overwhelmed English hospitals, with record daily cases and rising Covid-19 and norovirus cases, prompting public health warnings.

flag England’s hospitals are under intense pressure as a severe flu surge drives admissions up 55% in a single week to an average of 2,660 patients a day—an unusually high level for this point in the season. flag Birmingham has been hit hardest, with more than 200 beds occupied by flu patients, while Manchester, East London, and the South West are also seeing sharp rises. flag At the same time, norovirus and Covid-19 cases are increasing, compounding existing problems such as ambulance handover delays and long waiting lists. flag NHS leaders warn the worst may still be ahead, with exhausted staff facing additional strain from an upcoming doctors’ strike. flag Health officials are urging vaccinations, responsible use of NHS 111 for non-emergencies, and staying home when ill to ease pressure on the system.

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