The secret list of banned hospital patients that’s endangering paramedics
Victorian public hospitals are implementing secret 'not welcome lists' to ban aggressive patients, which is causing safety concerns for paramedics. Ambulance Victoria has requested access to these lists to better protect both paramedics and patients, but the health department has refused. This policy forces paramedics to transport violent patients to emergency departments only to have them turned away, leading to delays in care and increased risk.
- ▪Victorian hospitals are using secret lists to ban aggressive patients, impacting paramedic safety.
- ▪Ambulance Victoria has repeatedly requested access to these lists for better patient care and safety.
- ▪Paramedics often have to transport patients to multiple hospitals before finding appropriate care.
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