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2024
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The revised Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Clinical Care Standard was released on 13 June 2024.

This table showcases the range of potential treatment options to manage heavy menstrual bleeding. It is important that women living with this condition understand their options, so they can make informed choices to meet their own needs and preferences.

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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. 

2024
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This six-page Highlights Report on heavy menstrual bleeding outlines key findings and recommended actions from the online interactive Women’s Health Focus Report, including trend data from across Australia on hysterectomy and endometrial ablation hospitalisations.

The report also summarises best practice guidance in the revised Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Clinical Care Standard (2024).

Released by the Commission on 13 June 2024

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The Commission is releasing the Women’s Health Focus Report with national trend data, and the updated Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Clinical Care Standard (2024) on 13 June 2024.

This A4 infographic showcases key data insights into heavy menstrual bleeding in Australia.

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The Commission has released new resources to support services which are already accredited to the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards, and are also seeking accreditation to the Cosmetic Surgery Standards.

2024
Publication, report or update

This bimonthly update provides data submitted to CARAlert for the reporting period 1 January to 29 February 2024. These data can be used to support the prevention and control of antimicrobial resistance.

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