Extending liaison psychiatry service at the Bristol Royal Infirmary improves care and reduces costs for self-harm patients

Extending the operating hours of the liaison psychiatry service at the Bristol Royal Infirmary ’ s (BRI) Emergency Department has led to improved care and outcomes for patients who have self-harmed, NIHR-funded research has found. Self-harm is a strong risk indicator for suicide, so getting psychiatric support for these patients has the potential to save lives.
Source: University of Bristol news - Category: Universities & Medical Training Tags: Health, Research; Faculty of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, Institutes, Elizabeth Blackwell; Press Release Source Type: news