The Commission is now operating in accordance with the Caretaker ConventionsExternal link pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.
AS 5369:2023 Reprocessing of reusable medical devices and other devices in health and non-health related facilities is the national standard used by health services to inform implementation of Action 3.17 of the NSQHS Standards and Action 3.13 of Primary and Community Healthcare Standards.
Appropriate care should see that patients receive the right type and amount of care, in the right place, at the right time. The care offered should also be based on the best available evidence.
The Commission is seeking feedback on potential changes to the accreditation cycle and assessment of general practices.
On the Radar Issue 686 is now available.
The Commission is upgrading the Australian Register of Clinical Registries (the Register) as part of the National Strategy for Clinical Quality Registries and Virtual Registries 2020 – 2030.
This issue includes items on the OECD’s Patient-Reported Indicator Survey (PaRIS) report, the latest antimicrobial surveillance report, telemedicine, virtual care, heavy menstrual bleeding, prevention, and more. Also covered are the latest from BMJ Quality &Safety, Australian Journal of Primary Health, Australian Prescriber, Journal of Patient Safety, Pediatric Quality & Safety, Journal for Healthcare Quality and the UK’s NICE and Healthcare Excellence Canada.
A webpage that outlines infection prevention and control strategies for managing Candida auris in Australian health service organisations.
On the Radar Issue 684 is now available.
On the Radar Issue 685 is now available.