No concurrent increase in referrals from other sources was observed.

There was a series of press reports following the implementation of the Act hinting at large increases in referrals for statements.

Service above and beyond what people are used to or expect can also lead to a considerable increase in referrals.

"We see an increase in referrals to mental health centers in January."

This is most clearly the case in referrals where relationship problems were considered primary and where no compulsory admission took place.

But the small difference in interest could not begin to account for the large difference in referrals by doctors to transplant centers.

Provide summary care record for transitions in care or referrals.

"I put a lot of stock in referrals," he said.

His report says the city is wasting at least $72 million a year in unnecessary transportation costs and inappropriate referrals.

As we have described the research was initiated following an 83 per cent increase in public referrals between 1985/86 and 1986/87.