Mental Health Standards

We are excited to announce the National Medicines Symposium 2025 will be held on 22 October 2025. This year, we will dive into the topic of 'Quality use of medicines in people living with diabetes'.

CEO MESSAGE

Today the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (the Commission) has unveiled a new Strategic Plan and brand reflecting a modern approach to safe, high-quality care across Australia.

- Conjoint Professor Anne Duggan, CEO

MEDIA RELEASE

The Commission today unveiled a new strategic plan and brand – a refreshed direction for leading healthcare improvement over the next five years.

On the Radar Issue 705 is now available.

For 15 million Australians living with a chronic health condition – the findings of a landmark international survey offer insights on how to improve care, so these patients not only survive but thrive.

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Australia is managing chronic conditions well compared to other countries, according to a ground-breaking international survey of patients on their health outcomes and experiences with GP practices.

Australia performed better or close to the OECD average in 10 health areas measured. We ranked in the top 5 countries in 4 areas: quality of care, coordination of care, person-centred care and physical health.

The Commission has developed guidance and resources for the clinical care components of the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards. The resources produced by the Commission support the continuous improvement of the safety and quality of clinical care for older people.

BOARD CHAIR MESSAGE 

On behalf of the Commission, I am delighted to congratulate five Australian health services that have been recognised for demonstrating excellence in implementing one of our national Clinical Care Standards.

- Professor Christine Kilpatrick AO, Board Chair

On the Radar Issue 704 is now available.

Commencing today, the Commission is undertaking broad public consultation to inform the development of the NSQHS Standards (third edition), in collaboration with the healthcare system and community representatives.