Homeless Mental Health Patients Overstay in New Zealand Hospitals

Health NZ reports that homeless mental health patients often remain in inpatient care for extended periods beyond clinical necessity due to difficulties in arranging suitable accommodation.

14 Jul, 18:51 — 14 Jul, 18:51

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Homeless mental health patients still being kept in hospital for too long

Health NZ says it's not uncommon for someone to remain in inpatient care for longer than clinically necessary - days or weeks - while suitable accommodation is arranged.

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Homeless Mental Health Patients Overstay in New Zealand Hospitals

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