Mmastodon first seen 1 d ago, last 8 min ago, peak #1
Toronto hospital expands housing program that cuts ER visits
Original: Toronto hospital to greatly expand permanent housing program that reduces ER visits | CBC News
A Toronto hospital network is set to greatly expand its permanent housing program, which targets homeless people who visit emergency departments repeatedly. The program places frequent ER patients into stable housing, and the hospital reports it reduces emergency visits. The expansion, reported by CBC News, is being noted as a model for linking health care with housing support for vulnerable populations.
Why now: The announcement offers a concrete example of housing-first programs reducing hospital costs and emergency visits, drawing attention amid homelessness and health care strain.
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 124 snapshots from 1 d ago to 8 min ago.
Evidence
- Toronto hospital to greatly expand permanent housing program that reduces ER visits | CBC News · CBC
A Toronto hospital network is set to greatly expand its unique permanent housing program that largely serves homeless people who visit hospital emergency departments an inordinate amount of time.
API: https://socialmediatrends-api.osmike.com/v1/trends/2689716