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Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care

The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission) is a corporate Commonwealth Government agency and part of the Health Portfolio. As such, it is accountable to the Australian Parliament and the Minister for Health, the Hon. Mark Butler MP.

The Commission works in partnership with patients, carers, clinicians, the Australian, state and territory health systems, the private sector, managers and healthcare organisations to achieve a safe, high-quality and sustainable health system.

The Commission aims to provide a health system that is informed, supported and organised to deliver safe and high-quality health care.

Vision and mission

The Commission’s purpose is to contribute to better health outcomes and experiences for all patients and consumers, and improved value and sustainability in the health system by leading and coordinating national improvements in the safety and quality of health care.

How the Commission can help

The Commission aims to ensure people are kept safe when they receive health care and that they receive the health care they should.

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Osteoarthritis of the Knee : Clinical Care Standard Consumer Fact Sheet

Osteoarthritis is a condition that causes joints to become painful and stiff. The knee is a common joint that is affected.

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Acute Coronary Syndromes Clinical Care Standard | Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care

Why do we need the Acute Coronary Syndromes Clinical Care Standard? While there are well-developed guidelines for managing acute coronary syndromes, not all people receive appropriate treatment and there is variation in the type of care received across Australia.

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National Safety and Quality Digital Mental Health Standards | Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care

About the Standards The three NSQDMH Standards include 59 actions related to clinical and technical aspects of digital mental health services. They describe the level of care and the safeguards that a digital mental health service should provide.

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Information for parents – Stillbirth Clinical Care Standard | Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care

What is Stillbirth? Stillbirth is when a baby dies before birth. In Australia, it is defined as the death of a baby after 20 weeks of pregnancy, or that weighs 400 grams or more.

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Acute Stroke Clinical Care Standard | Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care

Why do we need the Acute Stroke Clinical Care Standard? Stroke is a serious medical emergency, and timely treatment is critical. With the right treatment at the right time, many people are able to recover from stoke.

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Information for consumers - Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Clinical Care Standard | Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care

What is Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?

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Middle ear infection: should my child take antibiotics? | Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care

Middle ear infection: should my child take antibiotics? Downloads Middle ear infection: should my child take antibiotics? For more information Decision support tools for specific conditions Publication year 2023 Resource type Guide, user guide or guidelines Topics Antimicrobial resistance, use and stewardship Health conditions, diseases and treatments Partnering with consumers

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Clinician fact sheet - Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Clinical Care Standard | Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care

Clinician fact sheet - Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Clinical Care Standard Downloads Clinician fact sheet - Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Clinical Care Standard For more information Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Clinical Care Standard Publication year 2024 Resource type Fact sheet or brochure Topics Clinical Care Standards General practice Health conditions, diseases and treatments Person-centred health care Primary care Women's Health

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Tips for choosing a digital mental health service – Information for consumers and carers | Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care

Tips for choosing a digital mental health service – Information for consumers and carers Downloads Tips for choosing a digital mental health service – Information for consumers and carers For more information National Safety and Quality Digital Mental Health Standards Publication year 2020 Resource type Fact sheet or brochure Topics e-Health (digital health) Mental health

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Communicating with your healthcare provider when you are in hospital - An information sheet for consumers | Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care

An information sheet for healthcare providers outlining: Why communicating for safety at transitions of care is important How to communicate more effectively with healthcare providers Ways to communicate and participate in transitions of care

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