Latest news – Safer Together Program

We recently delivered the third and final learning session for the

The latest results are in, and the Discharge Optimisation for Planned Surgery (DOPS) initiative continues to deliver strong gains even across the quieter months of the year, with further bed day savings recorded across Victoria. 

We’re excited to celebrate a major milestone for the Virtual Pulmonary Rehabilitation (VPR) pilot, with the first Victorian successfully completing the program.

Developing a Maternal Sepsis Pathway

Maternal sepsis is a serious and potentially life‑threatening condition that can occur during pregnancy, birth, or up to six weeks after birth. Recognising the signs early and receiving prompt care is essential to save lives.  

We are consulting with consumers and key stakeholders to develop a Maternal Sepsis Pathway. This pathway will support healthcare staff across Victoria to recognise and respond to maternal sepsis quickly and consistently.

Building on our previous results, the Discharge Optimisation for Planned Surgery project continues to deliver impact across Victoria.  

The Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Women’s Health has published results from the National Preterm Birth Prevention Program. This study shows that the initiative has led to a significant decrease in early birth and improved pregnancy outcomes for women across Australia.

More than 100 participants from 25 Victorian health services recently came together with a shared goal of reducing venous thromboembolism (VTE) in perioperative patients and minimising inappropriate anticoagulant prescribing in medical patients.

^{Gippsland Sepsis Project Coordinator, Jodie Campain, sharing project progress.}