NHS doctors begin five-day strike as flu cases hit record highs

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NHS doctors begin five-day strike as flu cases hit record highs

Resident doctors have started a five-day walkout as the NHS deals with a record number of flu cases.

Hospitals are aiming to deliver 95% of their usual activity, but officials say patients are likely to feel the impact. Cheltenham General Hospital is already closing for emergencies. It’s the doctors’ 14th strike in their two-year dispute over pay and training places.

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Date: December 17, 2025