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It is the second time in two weeks that health officials in the borough have pleaded with the public to avoid the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary if possible.
They say emergency services are currently 'extremely busy' and have asked for only those with emergencies or life-threatening conditions to attend.
In a statement released on social media, Dr Muhammad Saleem Nasir, A&E consultant at the hospital, made a public plea. "We are currently experiencing a high demand on our emergency services, with some patients attending the A&E department with minor
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