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Hospital at home: a resurgence

Swaleh Toofany examines the evolution and possible future options for hospital at home schemes

Healthcare providers are under pressure to deliver cost-effective care to a population that is ageing. Increased longevity means the number of patients with long-term conditions and chronic illness is growing. Expanding the range of services delivered to patients in their homes may provide a solution by keeping patients out of hospital.

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Primary Health Care
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Key Information

Type of Reference
Jour
ISBN/ISSN
0264-5033
Resource Database
Hmic
Publication Year
2008
Issue Number
7
Volume Number
18
Start Page
20-23
Language
English