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Hospitals in Bristol are struggling as they are under extreme pressure during the winter season. The Bristol NHS Group said that due to high levels of seasonal illness, all healthcare facilities are seeing a significant increase in patients coming into hospitals. Factors like <span>flu</span> and harsh weather also contributed to the strain on the NHS. 

In a state, Group Chief Medical Officer, Professor Tim Whittlestone said,, “Winter pressures are being felt across all our local NHS services. Hospital sites within the Bristol NHS Group are currently experiencing exceptionally high demand. If you require urgent medical assistance and are unsure where to go, please contact NHS 111 for guidance. If you have an appointment, please attend as usual unless you hear from us.”

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The UK Health Security Agency has already issued an Amber Cold Health-Alert for the South West of England this morning. The alert says that there is an increased risk of mortality rates for those above the age of 65. The alert also notes that anyone of younger age could too be at potential health risk during extreme weather. 

The UK Health Security Agency or the UKHSA and Met Office extended the duration of the current amber cold health alert. All regions of England will remain under the alert until 10am on Friday, January 9. 

As per the Weather Health Alerting System, introduced by UKHSA and the Met Office, an amber cold health alert means that cold weather impacts are likely to be felt across the health and social care sector, with potential for the whole population to be at risk. Other sectors may also be impacted, which will necessitate a coordinated response. 

As temperatures go low, it is predicted that health care services for the vulnerable population would be increased, along with an increase in risk to health for individuals aged 65 years and those living with serious health condition. Other vulnerable groups could be those sleeping rough.

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Dr Paul Coleman, Consultant in Health Protection at UKHSA, said: " The weather is forecast to be very cold across England over the coming few days. Low temperatures like these can have serious impacts on the health of some people, particularly older people and those with serious health conditions. Exposure to cold can lead to increased risk of heart attacks, strokes and chest infections. It is therefore really important, as the colder weather sets in, to check in on friends, family and neighbours that are most vulnerable."

NHS England too have stressed that "pressures on hospitals remain incredibly high" with concerns that conditions could worsen with the cold snap, reported The Independent. As per the new NHS figures, 3,061 flu patients are in a hospital each day in the week ending December 21, while this is down from the average 3,140, in the week before, top doctor is saying that England is "not out of danger yet". Authorities are constantly urging people to get their flu jabs, which will help in protecting them and also ease the pressure on the hospitals.

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Hospitals in Bristol are struggling as they are under extreme pressure during the winter season. The Bristol NHS Group said that due to high levels of seasonal illness, all healthcare facilities are seeing a significant increase in patients coming into hospitals. Factors like flu and harsh weather also contributed to the strain on the NHS. In a state, Group Chief Medical Officer, Professor Tim Whittlestone said,, “Winter pressures are being felt across all our local NHS services. Hospital sites within the Bristol NHS Group are currently experiencing exceptionally high demand. If you require urgent medical assistance and are unsure where to go, please contact NHS 111 for guidance. If you have an appointment, please attend as usual unless you hear from us.”Also Read: Sonia Gandhi Admitted to Hospital After Delhi Pollution Aggravates Bronchial AsthmaThe UK Health Security Agency has already issued an Amber Cold Health-Alert for the South West of England this morning. The alert says that there is an increased risk of mortality rates for those above the age of 65. The alert also notes that anyone of younger age could too be at potential health risk during extreme weather. How Long Will This Cold Last?The UK Health Security Agency or the UKHSA and Met Office extended the duration of the current amber cold health alert. All regions of England will remain under the alert until 10am on Friday, January 9. As per the Weather Health Alerting System, introduced by UKHSA and the Met Office, an amber cold health alert means that cold weather impacts are likely to be felt across the health and social care sector, with potential for the whole population to be at risk. Other sectors may also be impacted, which will necessitate a coordinated response. As temperatures go low, it is predicted that health care services for the vulnerable population would be increased, along with an increase in risk to health for individuals aged 65 years and those living with serious health condition. Other vulnerable groups could be those sleeping rough.Also Read: 4th Child Dies From Flu In Massachusetts Dr Paul Coleman, Consultant in Health Protection at UKHSA, said: " The weather is forecast to be very cold across England over the coming few days. Low temperatures like these can have serious impacts on the health of some people, particularly older people and those with serious health conditions. Exposure to cold can lead to increased risk of heart attacks, strokes and chest infections. It is therefore really important, as the colder weather sets in, to check in on friends, family and neighbours that are most vulnerable."High Pressure On HospitalsNHS England too have stressed that "pressures on hospitals remain incredibly high" with concerns that conditions could worsen with the cold snap, reported The Independent. As per the new NHS figures, 3,061 flu patients are in a hospital each day in the week ending December 21, while this is down from the average 3,140, in the week before, top doctor is saying that England is "not out of danger yet". Authorities are constantly urging people to get their flu jabs, which will help in protecting them and also ease the pressure on the hospitals.