A Public-Private Partnership to Reduce Falls in Australian Hospitals

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Falls are a serious problem in Australia’s hospitals and can increase hospital length of stay. This public-private partnership shall implement service delivery changes to prevent falls. Evidence based methods of falls prevention will be implemented and clinicians trained in falls risk assessment and management. Patients will be educated to help prevent falling. A community of practice supported by educational resources, policies and procedures shall facilitate best practice and behaviour change.