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Australian Open Disclosure Framework - Better communication, for better care

The Australian Open Disclosure Framework (the Framework) provides a nationally consistent basis for effective communication following unexpected healthcare outcomes and harm.

Our fact sheet, Open disclosure - when and how to do it, provides a quick reference guide for Australian health service organisations and healthcare professionals across all settings and sectors on when and how to perform open disclosure, based on the Framework.

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Australian Open Disclosure Framework - Better communication, for better care

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Open disclosure
Publication Year:
2026
Resource Type:
Publication or report

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