24 Hours in A&E

201110 series
Available on
Channel 4

Documenting what happens during a 24-hour period in the accident and emergency department at St George's Hospital in south-west London, one of Britain's busiest hospitals. The programme captures both the joy and heartache experienced by the patients and their families, as well as the staff's hard work, professionalism and determination. The series provides an intimate and powerful look at life and death on the front line of the A&E department, a place where stories of life, love and loss unfold every day.

One Fine Day: Episode Image
Episode 1One Fine Day

At St George's in south west London, the trauma team fight to save the life of a young woman after a motorbike accident. And Luke, who's 11, is brought in after having a seizure. (S7 Ep1/8)

Seize the Day: Episode Image
Episode 2Seize the Day

The neurosurgical team at St George's treat a 19-year-old who's sustained multiple spinal injuries in a motocross crash, while two other men are treated for cycling injuries. (S7 Ep2/8)

Someone to Love: Episode Image
Episode 3Someone to Love

Paul, who's 38, is rushed into resus after falling 25 feet from a tree. And Anthony, who was recently diagnosed with Parkinson's and prostate cancer, has fallen down some stairs. (S7 Ep3/8)

Stay with Me: Episode Image
Episode 4Stay with Me

When 70-year-old John dislocates his shoulder while he's out running, the St George's staff give him ketamine to combat the pain. The side effects keep his wife entertained. (S7 Ep4/8)

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