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Addressing Bed Shortages in Hospitals During Pandemics

The COVID-19 pandemic led to significant bed shortages in hospitals, particularly in the Netherlands. Doctors and medical staff had to make difficult decisions about who to admit, leading to concerns that hundreds of patients may have died due to scarcity. The existing healthcare system struggled to cope with the surge in patients, highlighting the need for better preparedness and resource management.

Social Sciences, Psychology, Health Psychology