More than 3,000 people a day treated in corridors in June as summer strains NHS

In June, the NHS faced unprecedented pressure with over 3,000 people a day being treated in hospital corridors, highlighting the severe strain on services during the summer months. This surge coincides with the second consecutive monthly increase in the waiting list for routine hospital treatment in England, reaching levels not seen since December. The situation underscores the urgent need for improved healthcare infrastructure and resources, as the ongoing backlog threatens to worsen patient outcomes and overall public health.