Dr Joe PajakOct 29
'The NAO report, @nao.org.uk, echoes what we witness every day: palliative and end-of-life care is in crisis.' Says Sam Royston, executive director for research and policy at Marie Curie, @mariecurieuk.bsky.social
Article: @the-independent.com #HospiceCare
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/health/hospice-cuts-end-life-care-england-report-b2853942.html
Hospice cuts mean dying patients face inadequate care - report

Two thirds of hospices in England reported a financial deficit in 2023/24

The Independent
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'With the number of people in England who die each year increasing, & key positioning of high-quality palliative & end-of-life care in the assisted dying debate, sustainability of the independent adult hospice sector is of national importance.' @nao.org.uk #HospiceCare
https://www.nao.org.uk/reports/the-financial-sustainability-of-englands-adult-hospice-sector/
The financial sustainability of England’s adult hospice sector - NAO report

Government lacks clarity on the impact of its funding for independent adult hospices as demand rises for palliative and end-of-life care.

National Audit Office (NAO)
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