general hospital

British

noun

a hospital not specializing in the treatment of particular illnesses or of patients of a particular sex or age group

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Later that month, her father became very unwell and was transferred to a general hospital with low oxygen levels.

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Southampton General Hospital said the blaze, which has been contained, broke out at 05:30 GMT.

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Maternity staff at Westmorland General Hospital actively listened to information about women who were most likely to experience inequality in care outcomes and supported their treatment, the CQC said.

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People attending A&E at Furness General Hospital scored above average in the national patient survey for how staff communicated with people and how they were treated with dignity and respect.

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Tamara Logan, 28, died at Tameside General Hospital on 20 May 2025 two days after she was found in her home.

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