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Parliamentary data reveals rise in mental health patients in regional hospitals
Mental health care includes assessment, treatment and referral between hospitals and community services.
South Africa
Parliamentary figures show regional hospitals treating far more mental-health patients than specialised psychiatric facilities, while experts warn that bed shortages and weak community support are delaying care.
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- 27 words · 1 min read
- Published
- October 12, 2026
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- IOL