Exposed: 88-Hour Wait Times for Mental Health Patients in Australian Hospitals
2025-01-30
Sydney Morning Herald
Staggering leaked documents have revealed that psychiatric patients at Westmead Hospital's emergency department are facing wait times of up to 88 hours, highlighting the crisis in Australia's mental health care system. The alarming conditions have also been described as 'beyond unsafe' for hospital staff, raising concerns about patient care and staff wellbeing. With mental health support and emergency services under strain, it's essential to address these critical issues and improve access to vital healthcare services, including mental health treatment and psychiatric care.
