• Health Serv J · Jan 2002

    Winter planning. Seasonal cycles.

    • Nathan Proudlove and Chris Brown.
    • Manchester School of Management, University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology.
    • Health Serv J. 2002 Jan 31;112(5790):24-5.

    AbstractIt is possible to forecast emergency admissions and bed requirements with considerable accuracy up to a year in advance. A model is being developed which would analyse the effects of weather, flu epidemics and different surges in demand. The discharge pattern of many hospitals indicates a rush to discharge by the weekend that could raise concerns about appropriate care.

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