Dr Vin Diwakar, NHS Medical Director for London, speaking at COVID-19 press conference

Linda Walker, NHS England medical director in London, discusses the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. She highlights the increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in London, the support from other regions, and the need to manage care for both COVID and non-COVID patients. The pressure on bed capacity is a significant concern as the pandemic continues.

Who is Linda Walker?

• A nurse at a local hospital

• The NHS England medical director in London

• A firefighter in the London Fire Brigade

• A police officer in the Metropolitan Police

What was the number of COVID-19 patients in London hospitals at the start of November?

• 2000

• 4000

• 1000

• 500

How many COVID-19 patients were in critical care as of the latest update?

• 500

• 1200

• 800

• 1000

What other conditions are being treated alongside COVID-19 in London hospitals?

• Only COVID-19

• Only non-urgent conditions

• Cancer, heart attacks, and strokes

• Only emergency conditions

What has increased the pressure on bed capacity in London hospitals?

• A decrease in non-COVID-19 patients

• A reduction in hospital funding

• An increase in COVID-19 cases

• A decrease in hospital staff