NHS Cornwall suffers 'significant' IT issues

Some appointments might be rescheduled

Author: Megan PricePublished 11th Jun 2024
Last updated 11th Jun 2024

NHS Cornwall is experiencing significant IT issues this afternoon across hospitals and other locations.

Recovery work is ongoing but some appointments might have to be rescheduled.

The problem has been identified and its not a cyber attack and the trust say they are in in the process of restoring systems.

A spokesperson for NHS Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care System, said:

“We have been experiencing significant IT issues across our hospitals and other NHS locations.

"Business continuity plans are in place and our clinical teams continue to provide patient care and treatment. We have identified the problem and are currently restoring systems.

“Whilst we resolve the problem, which is a local issue and not a cyber attack, we may need to reschedule some planned outpatient appointments and operations. We will contact patients directly and are sorry for the inconvenience this may cause. Please do not call our hospitals unless it is urgent.

"To help our staff at this time, please continue to use the most appropriate service for your needs, including Minor Injury Units, pharmacies and NHS111 online. In a life-threatening emergency continue to call 999."

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