Emergency department (ED) attendances
Greenwich health officials are examining high emergency department use in young children, particularly those under one year old.
Greenwich Council's Health and Wellbeing Board discussed high emergency department attendances among young children, especially those under one year old, in September 2025. Officials are examining why a significant portion of these visits are for non-urgent conditions such as fever, vomiting, and breathing difficulties.
While emergency department attendances for Greenwich residents at Queen Elizabeth Hospital have remained relatively stable, a report to the board noted that the rate of visits is highest among the youngest and oldest age groups. No further discussions are currently scheduled.
Key facts
- Greenwich health officials are examining high ED use in young children, especially under one year old. Source
- A significant portion of these attendances are for non-urgent conditions. Source
- The Greenwich Council Health and Wellbeing Board discussed this in September 2025. Source
- ED attendances for Greenwich residents at Queen Elizabeth Hospital have remained relatively stable. Source
- The rate of ED visits is highest among the youngest and oldest age groups. Source
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