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December 1, 2025Age and AgeingOpen Access

Rising Emergency Department Demand Among Older Adults in Ireland: Trends, Drivers, and Forecasting Implications

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RMRosa McNamaraBNBreda Naddy

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Overview

Retrospective analysis shows 46% rise in ED attendances for older adults in Ireland, highlighting needs for tailored care pathways.

Key Points

  • ED attendances among older adults increased by 46% from 2016 to 2024, indicating a rising demand for emergency services.
  • The proportion of ED attendances for those aged 65 and over grew from 8.5% to 10.2% during the study period.
  • Retrospective analysis of national ED attendance data, linked with census data, identified key drivers of increased utilization.
  • Strategies must address the growing complexity of older adult care in EDs, emphasizing age-friendly integration and community alternatives.

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McNamara et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69402a652d562116f29019bbhttps://doi.org/10.1093/ageing/afaf318.084
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