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What is a trauma centre?
A major trauma centre is a specialist hospital unit equipped to treat the most severely injured patients, like those involved in the Covent Garden incident. They have expert teams and equipment ready 24/7 to handle complex injuries, aiming to save lives and minimise long-term disability.
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