PEOPLE are being asked to avoid Morriston Hospital’s A&E unless they are really ill or have had a serious accident.

The department, along with its equivalent at Bridgend’s Princess of Wales Hospital are extremely busy.

PEOPLE are being asked to avoid Morriston Hospital’s A&E unless they are really ill or have had a serious accident.

The department, along with its equivalent at Bridgend’s Princess of Wales Hospital are extremely busy.

Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University (ABMU) Health Board has also revealed that Tonna and Neath Port Talbot hospitals have been hit by flu — and urged those at risk from the illness to have a flu jab as soon as possible.

Dr Sara Hayes, ABMU’s director of public health, said: “It is vital that anyone who falls into the at-risk groups have their flu jab straight away, as it is evident that flu is circulating in the community and people are getting really ill from it. All NHS staff must also get their flu jab if they haven’t already had it, to protect themselves, their patients and their own families.”

“My advice is if you start to feel ill, see your GP or pharmacist early.”

He added that anyone with a dental problems should contact NHS Direct Wales on 0845 4647 for details of an emergency dentist.