Question regarding the number of deaths of patients in the WA public mental health system for the financial years 2008-2009 and 2009-2010, with a breakdown of causes.

AnsweredQoN 3505Legislative Council
Asked
22 February 2011
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Mental Health

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How many people who were patients receiving treatment in the public mental health system, died in the following financial years, -
(a) 2008-2009; and
(b) 2009-2010?

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Answered
12 April 2011
Responded by
Minister for Mental Health
Response time
49 days
(a) 2008-2009: 289
(b) 2009-2010: 282
Please note that the majority of these people were over 65 years of age (65 % in 2008/09 and 55% in 2009/10). Of the total deaths, it is estimated that 84% and 74% were due to physical diseases in 2008/09 and 2009/10 respectively.
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