Queues of ambulances have been spotted outside a Greater Manchester hospital this week - as the NHS gears up for a winter of increased pressure.
According to witnesses, 'up to 25' were lined up during a night of 'long waits' at Royal Oldham Hospital Accident and Emergency department on Monday (October 4).
Hospitals, including those in Greater Manchester, have seen 'extreme pressure' throughout this year due to a combination of factors. READ MORE:Health bosses urge 'frustrated' patients to treat NHS staff like 'humans' as GP practices face soaring demand Just before 9pm on Monday night, one man attending A&E at the Royal Oldham said: "Long waits at the Royal Oldham Hospital with 25 ambulances waiting outside. "Why? [It's] a joke." Manche
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