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After the weekend, the hospital continues to be busy, and we are carefully monitoring the situation.

While we are dedicated to carrying out scheduled surgical procedures this week, we want to inform the community that, given the current pressures, there is a possibility of cancellations. However, we will assess this on a case-by-case basis.

As part of the wider health and social care system, we are facing several challenges, including:

• Patients with longer-than-expected stays

• Limited availability of community beds

• Staff illness across both acute and community care settings

We fully recognise the inconvenience that any changes to your scheduled procedure may cause. Please know that we are working hard to minimise disruptions to ensure the best possible care.

If your procedure is impacted in any way, we will contact you directly as soon as possible with further instructions and support. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

Published: Tuesday, 4th March 2025