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BOTH Whiston and Southport Hospitals are still extremely busy and have put out a request that people only attend A&E Departments if it’s a serious emergency.

For all other illnesses and injuries, visit your local UTC and use NHS 111 services for non-urgent concerns.

Andy Ashton, A&E Consultant at Whiston has said:- "All of us who are on shift tonight need your help to help you. We're having an extremely busy week in our A&E Departments and we're not alone. Please only attend A&E if it’s a serious emergency. Lots of Hospitals across Cheshire and Merseyside are facing the same challenges. If you need medical help fast, please visit NHS:- 111 online, or dial:- 111. They are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and they will know the best service for the treatment you need. They can also book you in to be seen at your local UTC / WIC, or you can turn up without an appointment. However, for life-threatening emergencies, please dial:- 999, or go straight to A&E. By choosing the right healthcare service we can speed up help and ensure you get the right care from the right people. Thank you for your continued support and kindness."

To help you choose the right healthcare service, Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust have compiled this guide to ensure you get the right care from the right people.

Please see the choices below for further advice and information:-

Opening times for Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Urgent Treatment Centres are as follows:-

North West Ambulance Service has also added that the service is under a lot of pressure. As a result, you may experience a delay in getting an Ambulance. They also ask the public to only call:- 999 in a life-threatening emergency, and use the 111.NHS.UK service for non-urgent concerns.