The forecast for hospital discharges related to factors influencing health status and contact with health services in Canada shows a steady and consistent increase from 2024 to 2028. In 2024, discharges are expected to reach approximately 151.93 thousand, with a gradual increase to 156.5 thousand by 2028. This growth reflects a modest year-on-year increase of about 0.8% on average. For context, hospital discharges in 2023 stood at approximately 150.85 thousand.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential impact of aging demographics on hospital discharge rates.
- Advances in telemedicine reducing physical hospital visits.
- Healthcare policy changes influencing hospital admission and discharge criteria.
