Cancer & Non-Cancer Referrals 2012-2024 There has been a clear increase in non-cancer patient referrals
11%
20%
2012
2024
89%
80%
Hospice
Non-Cancer Patients (Hospice)
Cancer Patients (Hospice)
40%
24%
2012
2024
60%
76%
Community
Non-Cancer Patients (Community)
Cancer Patients (Community)
Why does Palliative Care Matter?
Gaps still exist in our current provision of care for people at end of life, particularly for those who need General Palliative Care - delivered by a range of healthcare professionals in the community. Demands are estimated to increase on an already over-burdened system.
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Irish Hospice Foundation
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