What is it about?
While it is true that there is an ageing population the growth in admissions is in excess of that from demographic change. Indeed non-linear trends with peaks and troughs are common. Growth among those aged 75+ is especially higher than expected.
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Why is it important?
We need to understand the fundamental mechanisms behind both the non-linear trends and the exceptional growth in admissions aged 75+ if we are going to implement genuine solutions to the real rather than the perceived problem(s).
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This page is a summary of: Is the demographic shift the real problem?, British Journal of Healthcare Management, October 2013, Mark Allen Group,
DOI: 10.12968/bjhc.2013.19.10.509.
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