Scotland's Flu Surge: Health System on Brink
Update: 2025-12-03
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Flu cases in Scotland surge by 45% in a week, raising concerns of NHS collapse. Early season surge, unusual for this time of year, is putting immense pressure on an already strained healthcare system. Health officials and politicians react strongly, with critics suggesting response has been too little, too late. Doctors witness early flu surge, noting health system is already overwhelmed. Public urged to avoid healthcare settings if symptoms are mild to prevent spreading virus to vulnerable patients. Vaccination still offers important protection, lessening severity of illness and preventing hospitalizations.
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