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The Boston Globe
Why Patients Wait Months for Unavailable Care
Prolonged hospitalizations of patients awaiting discharge, often due to administrative, financial, or legal barriers, have become a significant healthcare issue, impacting patient outcomes, hospital resources, and costs. These patients, including the elderly and children with complex medical needs, are at increased risk of complications and often receive suboptimal care and human interaction. Solutions such as dedicated transition spaces and more humane care approaches are suggested to address the problem, emphasizing dignity and quality of life.
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