Breaking News: Hospitals Overwhelmed as Flu Outbreak Spreads Across the Nation

The UK's National Health Service (NHS) is on high alert as hospitals across the country are seeing the highest ever number of flu cases in hospital for this time of year. According to the NHS in England, the number of flu cases in hospitals has reached a record high in the week ending 14 December.

Hospitals are struggling to cope with the surge in flu patients, with many reporting overcrowding and staff shortages. The situation is particularly dire in England, where the NHS has warned of a "high alert" due to the unprecedented number of flu cases.

The flu outbreak is not limited to England, with Scotland, Wales, and other parts of the UK also experiencing high levels of flu cases. The NHS in Scotland has reported a significant increase in hospital admissions due to flu, while in Wales, the number of patients in hospital with flu has also risen sharply.

The NHS is urging people to take precautions to prevent the spread of flu, including getting vaccinated and practicing good hygiene. However, with hospitals already overwhelmed, the situation is likely to worsen in the coming weeks.

This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.