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Night calls. A survey in general practice

S Furman

    South African Medical Journal = Suid-Afrikaanse Tydskrif Vir Geneeskunde
    |October 10, 1981
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    This study analyzed night calls over one year to understand reasons for calls. Findings were compared to similar UK surveys, offering insights into nocturnal healthcare seeking behaviors.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical research
    • Public health

    Background:

    • Night calls represent a significant portion of healthcare access.
    • Understanding patterns in night calls is crucial for resource allocation and service planning.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present findings from a year-long survey of night calls.
    • To compare the reasons for night calls with existing UK survey data.

    Main Methods:

    • A comprehensive survey of night calls was conducted over a 12-month period.
    • Data collection occurred between 18:00 and 06:30 daily.
    • Call reasons were systematically categorized and analyzed.

    Main Results:

    • The survey identified key reasons for night calls during the study period.

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  • Comparative analysis revealed similarities and differences with UK night call patterns.

    • Conclusions:

    • The study provides valuable data on nocturnal healthcare utilization.
    • Findings can inform strategies for improving out-of-hours healthcare services and resource management.