This programme aims to reduce the harm that people can suffer if they fall and hurt themselves – especially older people receiving care, whether in hospital, residential care, or in their own home.
12 May 2017, Reducing Harm from Falls
Thank you so much to all of you that entered into the April Falls 2017 photo competition. It looks like many DHBs got behind the campaign with some fabulous displays, learning activities and a lot of fun and meaningful exchange of ideas.
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5 Apr 2013, Reducing Harm from Falls
The Health Quality & Safety Commission is supporting DHBs which have activities planned to highlight the harm caused by falls, as part of April Falls 2013.
Read More5 Jul 2017, Reducing Harm from Falls
A leading Australian falls prevention expert says health professionals need to continue to work hard to ensure falls do not drop off their radar
12 May 2017, Reducing Harm from Falls
The Reducing Harm from Falls programme has released an overview of its journey over the last five years from April 2013 to April 2017.
3 Apr 2017, Reducing Harm from Falls
An update on April Falls, a national initiative to promote falls reduction in health care settings.
2 Mar 2017, Reducing Harm from Falls
Health care providers taking part in April Falls 2017 are again encouraged to send us photos of their local displays and activities, with all entries going in the draw to win a morning tea to the value of $100.
