Australia’s first national care standard for low back pain is good news for the millions of people with this common health condition, with the health sector agreeing it’s time for change.
The care Australians receive throughout their pregnancy journey is set to improve with the release today of the first national standard on stillbirth*.
Up to 100,000 Australians seek mental health support from community managed organisations every year. From today, these Australians will benefit from improved safety measures through new national standards.
On this page find resources for media and communications professionals including media contacts, spokespeople, backgrounders and campaign resources to use in your own channels.
2023
Fact sheet
This resource provides general information for prescribers and pharmacists on how to manage shortages of antimicrobials in acute and primary healthcare settings.
2023
Fact sheet
This resource provides guidance for consumers on what to do if your antimicrobial (antibiotic) is out of stock.
2023
Publication or report
A literature review for updating the National Consensus Statement: Essential elements for safe and high-quality end-of-life care beyond acute care and during a pandemic.
Resources to assist those with intellectual disability, and their family and supporters to understand and advocate for equitable health care.
MEDIA RELEASE
The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission) today announced the appointment of Conjoint Professor Anne Duggan as the Commission’s new Chief Executive Officer.
2023
Media release
The Commission has appointed Conjoint Professor Anne Duggan as the Commission’s new Chief Executive Officer. Professor Duggan has more than 30 years’ experience in the health sector and took on the role of CEO from 27 March 2023.