The Shadow Wards: Why NHS Corridor Care is a Growing Infection Risk in 2026
For years, “corridor care”-the practice of treating patients on trolleys in hallways because no beds are available- was considered an emergency “winter-only” measure. However, as of January 2026, it has become a year-round reality for many NHS trusts. Recent reports from the Health Services Safety Investigations Body (HSSIB) have sounded the alarm: as corridor care […]
