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September 27, 2025Frontiers in Public Health0 citationsOpen Access

Correction of Errors Addressing ED Overuse in the Portuguese NHS

Correction: Addressing the overuse of hospital emergency departments in the Portuguese NHS: a new paradigm

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FGFrancisco Goiana-da-SilvaSCSoraia CostaFMF Malcata

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Overview

Corrigendum updates report on cost savings from family physician consultations in the Portuguese NHS, suggesting improved triage may alleviate over-utilization of emergency departments.

Key Points

  • Cost savings from opting for family physician visits instead of emergency department visits range significantly, highlighting the need for better utilization.
  • The article corrects previous errors regarding logistical contributions and cost methodologies involved in the study's analysis of emergency department use.
  • A telephone triage system in Portugal, SNS 24, provides essential health advice, emphasizing the importance of appropriate navigation within health services.
  • Addressing over-utilization of emergency departments is crucial to maintain quality and access within the Portuguese National Health Service.

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Goiana-da-Silva et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d7b3ddeebfec0fc5236674https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1628755
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