Our Emergency Department at Royal Preston Hospital is currently really busy which is leading to long waits - we are doing everything we can to see and treat patients as quickly as possible - please bear with us.
Make sure you use the most appropriate place for your medical need. Your help and support in keeping A&E for accidents and emergencies is really appreciated.
If in doubt, contact NHS 111.
Resident doctors’ strike: 25–30 July 2025
Resident doctors will take national strike action from 7am Friday 25 July to 7am Wednesday 30 July.
- Emergency care remains open – please seek urgent help if seriously ill or injured.
- Attend your appointment as planned unless we contact you.
- For non-life-threatening issues, contact NHS 111. In emergencies, call 999.
Our Emergency Department at Royal Preston Hospital is currently really busy which is leading to long waits - we are doing everything we can to see and treat patients as quickly as possible - please bear with us.
Make sure you use the most appropriate place for your medical need. Your help and support in keeping A&E for accidents and emergencies is really appreciated.
If in doubt, contact NHS 111.
Resident doctors’ strike: 25–30 July 2025
Resident doctors will take national strike action from 7am Friday 25 July to 7am Wednesday 30 July.
- Emergency care remains open – please seek urgent help if seriously ill or injured.
- Attend your appointment as planned unless we contact you.
- For non-life-threatening issues, contact NHS 111. In emergencies, call 999.
Our Emergency Department at Royal Preston Hospital is currently really busy which is leading to long waits - we are doing everything we can to see and treat patients as quickly as possible - please bear with us.
Make sure you use the most appropriate place for your medical need. Your help and support in keeping A&E for accidents and emergencies is really appreciated.
If in doubt, contact NHS 111.
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