Today the Commission has released national trend data in a new report suggesting that women may be turning from hysterectomy to less invasive treatments for heavy menstrual bleeding, a condition that affects one in four Australian women.
National trend data published today by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care reveals a 20% fall in hysterectomy rates over eight years – an encouraging sign that women may be opting for less invasive treatments to manage heavy periods.
Today marks a significant milestone in health care as the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission) introduces a national standard to improve the care of people with cognitive disability or impairment.
On World Hand Hygiene Day this Sunday 5 May, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care urges Australians to continue to practise good hand hygiene as the first-line defence to reduce the spread of harmful germs.
On World Hand Hygiene Day this Sunday 5 May 2024, we recognise efforts across the globe to share knowledge about hand hygiene, and to reduce the spread of harmful germs.
- Conjoint Associate Professor Carolyn Hullick, Chief Medical Officer