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13/02/2015
'Cautious Optimism' Over Improved A&E Waiting Times
NHS bosses in England have suggested "cautious optimism" following an improvement in weekly A&E waiting times.
In seven days to Sunday 92.9% of patients were seen in four hours, up from 92.3% the week before.
The figure is still below the target of 95%, which was last hit in September 2014.
It is understood the increase was recorded despite an increase in attendance at A&E, up from 401,000 to 407,400.
Commenting on the results, NHS England, said: "A&E performance moved in the right direction week-on-week giving cause for cautious optimism, with more than nine out of 10 patients being admitted, treated and discharged within four hours.
"This has been achieved in the face of increased pressure on A&E with both the number of attendances and emergency admissions having gone up this week.
"The cold can contribute to heightened levels of respiratory illness - particularly among the elderly and those with long terms conditions.
"The message is to stay warm, stock up with your usual medicines and make full use of your local pharmacist."
(MH/IT)
In seven days to Sunday 92.9% of patients were seen in four hours, up from 92.3% the week before.
The figure is still below the target of 95%, which was last hit in September 2014.
It is understood the increase was recorded despite an increase in attendance at A&E, up from 401,000 to 407,400.
Commenting on the results, NHS England, said: "A&E performance moved in the right direction week-on-week giving cause for cautious optimism, with more than nine out of 10 patients being admitted, treated and discharged within four hours.
"This has been achieved in the face of increased pressure on A&E with both the number of attendances and emergency admissions having gone up this week.
"The cold can contribute to heightened levels of respiratory illness - particularly among the elderly and those with long terms conditions.
"The message is to stay warm, stock up with your usual medicines and make full use of your local pharmacist."
(MH/IT)
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