‘If It Was Easy Somebody Would Have Fixed It’: An Exploration of Loneliness and Social Isolation Amongst People Who Frequently Call Ambulance Services

‘If It Was Easy Somebody Would Have Fixed It’: An Exploration of Loneliness and Social Isolation Amongst People Who Frequently Call Ambulance Services

ABSTRACT Introduction The aim of the study was to explore social isolation and loneliness in those who frequently contacted the ambulance service, what factors contributed to this and how unmet needs could be addressed. Methods Semi‐structured interviews with staff from the ambulance service and ser...

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Main Authors: Lisa Moseley, Jason Scott, Gayle Fidler, Gina Agarwal, Cathy Clarke, Jonathan Hammond‐Williams, Carrie Ingram, Aidan McDonnell, Tracy Collins
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2024-08-01
Series:Health Expectations
Subjects:
ambulance service
emergency medical services
frequent use
loneliness
social isolation
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1111/hex.14167

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https://doi.org/10.1111/hex.14167

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