Can We Fix A&E?

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We’ve seen the numbers. Too often, we scroll pastthem. But behind every statistic is a patient in pain — and a system atbreaking point.👉 1.5 million patients waitedover 12 hours last year.👉 Thousands in mental health crisis spend up to 3days in A&E.👉 4,000 patients a day are left in corridors forover 12 hours.A&E is never out of the headlines — but nowit’s about dangerous delays, avoidable deaths, and a service stretched to itslimits.In this urgent episode of HealthCross Talks,Dr. Adrian Boyle, President of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine,joins us to confront the uncomfortable truth about Britain’s A&E crisis —head-on. No fluff. Just facts. And a 3-point solution for the PrimeMinister. 👇💬 We discuss:Why 13% A&E beds are blocked by social care?What is the impact of delayed care?Will more money help A&E?📢 “We’re delivering poorcare at high cost. That’s not sustainable.” – Dr. BoyleBut there is hope — if we act with urgency andfollow the evidence.Watch the episode to hear Dr. Boyle’s clear, practical roadmap for turningthis crisis around.If you’ve ever waited in A&E — or worry aboutwhat might happen if you or someone you love ever has to — this is a conversation you can’t miss.

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