Ransomware computer attack on London hospitals still 'critical' incident with operations cancelled

The incident has had a "major impact" on services, especially blood transfusions and test results.

Unfortunately, some non-urgent operations and procedures including transplants continue to be postponed, while nearly all non-urgent blood tests have been postponed in primary care services in South East London.

Pathology services at the impacted sites are available - albeit at a reduced capacity - with the most urgent cases being prioritised.

NHS staff are working around the clock to minimise disruption to patient care following the ransomware cyber-attack on Synnovis earlier this week.

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