Millions of patients are seeking care in A&E for minor conditions, according to new figures.

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Millions of patients are seeking care in A&E for minor conditions, according to new figures.

Nearly 2 million patients sought emergency help for headaches in the past five years, while 1.4 million attended for a cough.

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Emergency staff are being given 500 new ambulances this winter as part of a £450 million investment to expand urgent and emergency care.

The government says the new plans mean patients will receive better and faster treatment.

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Date: December 31, 2025