Doctors start five-day strike as hospitals grapple with flu wave

Residents doctors in England have commenced a five-day strike amid a flu wave, impacting non-urgent services and leading to concerns about patient care. The strike, part of a long-standing pay dispute involving nearly half of NHS doctors, is causing disruption as hospitals grapple with flu-related pressures. Despite last-minute talks and efforts to avert the strike, the situation remains challenging, with senior doctors stepping in to provide cover during the strike.