Frimley Park Hospital asks people only to attend A&E if its 'severe or life-threatening'
The hospital say they are experiencing an increasing level of demand
Please only come to A&E if you have severe symptoms or are suffering from a life threatening condition.
The message from Frimley Park Hospital as they experience an increase in demand which is expected to continue this weekend.
Dr John Seymour, deputy medical director at Frimley Health, said:
“Our Emergency Departments at Wexham Park and Frimley Park hospitals are currently experiencing an increased level of demand and I do anticipate this is likely to continue in to the weekend.
“Therefore we would like to remind patients to use alternative ways to access medical care, unless it is a life-threatening situation. If you attend one of our Emergency Departments for a non life-threatening condition, you may experience long waiting times to be seen.”
Following a call to 111, they may advise you to contact your GP or its out-of-hours service or attend the Bracknell Minor Injuries Unit in London Road which is open 8am to 8pm, seven days a week.
It is important to note that the minor injury service is only for conditions such as:
Sprains and strains
Suspected broken limbs
Minor head injuries
Cuts and grazes
Bites and stings
Minor scalds and burns
Skin infections
Anyone with a life-threatening condition should call 999.