The number of elderly patients waiting over 24-hours at A&E before being admitted to hospitals in Blackpool is 100-times greater than five years ago.
In a statement, a hospital spokesperson told LancsLive: "Blackpool Teaching Hospitals has had to deal with a significant increase in demand for healthcare. There was an 11% increase in attendances at Blackpool Victoria Hospital A&E over the peak winter period between December and March compared with last year.
"This could be a local pharmacy, NHS 111 or online, your GP about out-of-hours and weekend appointments, an urgent treatment centre or calling the Mental Health Crisis Line on 0800 953 0110. In a life or limb emergency always call 999.You can find plenty more information about the help and care available on our website and social media channels, and the national NHS website."
That’s followed by Liverpool University Hospitals Trust with 13,283, and University Hospitals Birmingham with 8,665.Liberal Democrat Leader Ed Davey said: "It is appalling that so many elderly and vulnerable people are being forced to put up with these terrifying waits, as our health service teeters on the brink. Behind each one of these figures is a story of someone waiting in pain, worried sick about getting the care they need.
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