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18,200 Missed Appointments Cost Health Trust £4 Million

6/26/2025

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In the Western Trust, a staggering 18,200 outpatient appointments were missed last year, draining £4 million from the health budget. Each no-show costs £220, prompting the trust to send reminders via text and automated calls. They urge the public to help curb this trend, emphasizing the importance of conserving vital healthcare resources.

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Story summary

In the Western Trust, a staggering 18,200 outpatient appointments were missed last year, draining £4 million from the health budget. Each no-show costs £220, prompting the trust to send reminders via text and automated calls. They urge the public to help curb this trend, emphasizing the importance of conserving vital healthcare resources.