The HSE has reported a record number of patients treated in hospitals in 2023. Emergency care increased by 29,000, reaching almost 1.7 million patients. Despite long waiting lists, the HSE has implemented measures to reduce waiting times and increase patient access to care. These include additional outpatient clinics and a focus on older populations. The HSE is undergoing structural reform to realign services into regional teams and improve access to care. Workforce growth has been significant, with a focus on community-based healthcare to prevent hospital admissions. The HSE is dedicated to meeting the rising demand for healthcare services in Ireland.
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1.7 million people received emergency care in 2023
