Patient surge at AED

Below is a statement from the Queen Elizabeth Hospital

The Accident and Emergency Department is currently
experiencing a significant increase in number of patients presenting
for treatment with various medical complaints. As the AED medical
team work to manage this surge in attendance, we want to remind the
public about the other options for medical assessment and treatment
to avoid any extended wait in the department, especially if your case
is not urgent. To assist you in this regard...