As an asthmatic I've spent lots of time in Whipps Cross A&E (my asthma is under control on the whole, just infections can take it over the edge). I've been there at times when it's fairly empty, and I've been there when it's heaving and I've been left on a trolley in the middle of the corridor in a hospital gown. However I've never felt anything for respect for the people that work in the department and care so well for their patients, even at 3 in the morning - and when they're dealing with people that really shouldn't be there. I guess I'm just trying to say thanks to them and people like you Tom for doing your jobs the best way that you can. And mention my claim to fame of being one of the few people to be wheeled into resus and walked out (I was taken in there to change back into my clothes!) (and I have to say I've never been in an ambulance yet - I've also been taken by my mum!) Debs :-)