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Pressure continues for busy NHS in Devon

People in Devon are being asked to help the county’s busy NHS by continuing to choose the right service for their needs and getting vaccinated against winter viruses.

A rise in cold weather illnesses, including flu, vomiting and diarrhoea bugs mean all of the county’s NHS services, including the main hospitals - in Plymouth, Exeter, Torbay and Barnstaple – are likely to remain under severe pressure all week.

The region’s ambulance service has also been experiencing significant and sustained demand across its 999 services.

Local people can do their bit by:...

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