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  • Consultation on Goals of Patient Care form

    Goals of Patient Care is a discussion and documentation that establishes the most medically appropriate, realistic, and patient centred treatment to apply in the event of a patient’s clinical deterioration during an episode of care. It is a clinical care planning process that facilitates proactive shared decision-making between the treating health professionals, the patient and their families/carers and supports person-centred care. Since 2017, WA public hospitals... More
    Opened 10 June 2025

  • Health Networks Directorate 20th Anniversary Event

    Please give us your views to help plan this event. In 2025, the Health Networks Directorate (HND) at the Department of Health turns 20. To celebrate our 20 th anniversary, HND is holding an event that brings our alumni and strategic partners together to jointly mark and commemorate the: Past – reflect on the journey, the lessons we have learned, and the people who made it possible. Present – acknowledge our champions and... More
    Created 30 May 2025

  • Health (Public Buildings) Regulations consultation

    You are invited to provide feedback on the Department of Health’s second (and most recent) consultation paper on regulatory reforms that manage the public health risks associated with public buildings in WA. (See related links below). The regulatory environment for public buildings includes the operation of the National Construction Code (NCC) and WA legislation in building regulation. The consultation paper on the Health (Public Buildings) Regulations 1992... More
    Closed 18 April 2025

  • Draft State Public Health Plan 2025-2030

    You are invited to review and provide feedback on the draft State Public Health Plan 2025-2030 (the draft SPHP). On 4 June 2024, Stage 5 of the Public Health Act 2016 was implemented, requiring the Chief Health Officer to publish the SPHP by 4 June 2025. State and local governments each play a role in improving the health and wellbeing of Western Australians. Public health planning is an important planning function across government and complements other local... More
    Closed 7 March 2025

  • Draft Public Health Planning Guide for Local Governments

    You are invited to review and provide feedback on the Draft Public Health Planning Guide for Local Government (Guide). Implementation of Section 45 of the Public Health Act 2016 commenced on 4 June 2024, formally enacting the requirement for the preparation of a local public health plan prepared by each local government. This Guide has been developed to assist Western Australian local governments with public health planning and is an additional resource supporting the... More
    Closed 29 November 2024

  • Alcohol and Other Drug Withdrawal Management Policy - Review

    The Alcohol and Other Drug Withdrawal Management Policy is a mandatory policy under the Mental Health Policy Framework pursuant to section 26(2)(a, c) of the Health Services Act 2016. The purpose of the policy is to ensure that patients receive the right care at the right time and place to prevent and reduce the adverse impacts of alcohol and/or other drug dependence. Health Service Providers must provide access to a range of available AOD services closer to home, which may... More
    Closed 22 November 2024

  • Draft Guiding Principles for Patient Reported Measures

    WA Health is developing guiding principles for the selection, collection, use and reporting of Patient Reported Measures (PRMs) which includes both Patient Reported Experience Measures (PREMs) and Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs). This work is part of the “ Improving safety and quality in health care – A strategic plan for action in WA 2024 – 2026 ” and the Sustainable Health Review Recommendation 4 priority for transparent public reporting of patient and carer reporting... More
    Closed 17 November 2024

  • 2023-2024 Food Act 2008 and Public Health Act 2016 Reporting

    Local Government enforcement agencies are required to report to the Department of Health on their performance of functions under the Food Act 2008 (Food Act) (as required by section 121) and the Public Health Act 2016 (Public Health Act) (as required by section 22). The Food Act reporting requirements have been in place since 2009/10 and the Public Health Act reporting requirements have been in place since 2016/17. This consultation is for the 2023/24 reporting period (1 July 2023 to 30... More
    Closed 30 September 2024

  • Clinical Trials Investigator Survey

    Are you an individual with a role in conducting clinical trials research? Please complete this investigator survey. This survey will help us to gather your insights regarding clinical trials research in Western Australia. Your responses will help us understand how to boost capacity and access to clinical trials for Western Australians. More
    Closed 13 September 2024

  • Clinical Trials Consumer Survey

    Are you a Western Australian who has participated in, or is interested in joining (either for yourself or a person you care for) a clinical trial? Please complete this consumer survey. A clinical trial is a type of research study that gives researchers the opportunity to test new treatments, tests, or procedures that could help prevent, detect, diagnose, treat, or manage diseases or conditions. Participants in clinical trials voluntarily agree to be part of the study and researchers... More
    Closed 13 September 2024

  • Draft Genetic Health WA Service Plan

    Genetic Health Western Australia (GHWA, previously known as the Genetic Services of Western Australia) is the sole public provider of clinical genomic specialty services in WA. GHWA offers clinical assessments, genetic counselling, diagnostic testing, and familial cascade testing services for individuals with, suspected of, or at an increased risk of a genetic condition. The GHWA Service Plan has been developed to guide the strategic direction for the delivery of clinical... More
    Closed 31 May 2024

  • WA Health patient app User Survey

    This survey captures how you currently use WA Health's patient application, Manage My Care, and if you do not currently use the application, how you might use a WA Health patient application in the future. More
    Closed 5 May 2024

  • Epidemiology Directorate Client Feedback Survey 2024

    The WA Department of Health Epidemiology Directorate provides both analysis capacity and advice on population health information to a range of stakeholders. Our clients are inclusive of the Department of Health, Health Service Providers, other WA government agencies, local government authorities, non-government organisations, academics, and the public. You are invited to participate in this survey if you have recently requested information or accessed applications from the Epidemiology... More
    Closed 2 May 2024

  • Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2019 Review – Stage 1

    In 2017, the Western Australian Parliament established the Joint Select Committee on End-of-Life Choices to inquire into the need for laws in WA to allow citizens to make informed decisions regarding their own end-of-life choices. The Committee conducted extensive consultation throughout its inquiry and tabled its My Life, My Choice report in both Houses of Parliament on 23 August 2018, recommending that the WA Government appoint an expert panel to undertake consultation to inform the... More
    Closed 8 December 2023

  • 2022-2023 Food Act 2008 and Public Health Act 2016 Reporting

    Local Government enforcement agencies are required to report to the Department of Health on their performance of functions under the Food Act 2008 (Food Act) (as required by section 121) and the Public Health Act 2016 (Public Health Act) (as required by section 22). The Food Act reporting requirements have been in place since 2009/10 and the Public Health Act reporting requirements have been in place since 2016/17. This consultation is for the 2022/23 reporting period (1 July 2022 to 30... More
    Closed 17 November 2023

  • Understanding Advance Care Planning in WA: One year from the release of the Advance Health Directive and Advance Care Planning resources

    The WA Department of Health End of Life Care (EOLC) Program welcomes your views to gain a better understanding of the current uptake of advance care planning (ACP) and use of ACP resources in WA via this online survey. Advance care planning (ACP) is a voluntary process of planning for future health and personal care whereby the person’s values, beliefs and preferences are made known to guide decision-making at a future time when that person cannot make or communicate... More
    Closed 15 November 2023

  • WA Mothers and Babies Report Redesign

    The Midwives Notification System (MNS) in Western Australia (WA) has been collecting data since 1980. During this time, the Department of Health (the Department) has produced over 30 annual reports containing information on women who gave birth in WA and their infants. The Department has also provided deidentified data to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW), maternity services, universities, and independent researchers. There is a high demand for MNS data that is of... More
    Closed 1 November 2023

  • WA Sexual Health and Blood-borne Virus Strategy 2024-2030 co-design

    Be part of the strategy development that aims to eliminate... HIV viral hepatitis (as a public health threat) congenital syphilis WA Department of Health’s (DoH) current suite of WA Sexual Health and Blood-borne Virus Strategies 2019-2023 are due to lapse on 31 December 2023. These strategies are: WA Sexually Transmissible Infections (STI) Strategy WA Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Strategy WA Hepatitis B Strategy ... More
    Closed 8 October 2023

  • Genetic Services of Western Australia Clinician and Support Service Survey

    Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Genetic Services of Western Australia (GSWA) Clinician and Support Service Survey. Your feedback on GSWA’s services will be invaluable for helping us to understand the current service and how we can shape GSWA's service delivery to better meet people’s needs.   This survey will take approximately 5-20 minutes to complete, depending on the level of feedback you choose to provide. Your responses can be completely anonymous,... More
    Closed 1 September 2023

  • Consultation on the draft Framework for bereavement after an expected death in WA

    The draft Framework for bereavement support after an expected death in WA (the framework) has been developed by the End of Life Care (EOLC) Program within the WA Department of Health. The Framework is intended as a strategic guide for end-of-life and palliative care services developing local solutions to support bereaved families/carers after an expected death. The framework is intended to increase awareness and understanding of the service considerations associated with the... More
    Closed 21 August 2023

  • 2023 WA Chronic Conditions Outcomes Framework

    Before completing this survey, you will need to read the ‘Draft Chronic Conditions Outcomes Framework June 2023 ' (hyperlink), approximately 20-30 minutes. Chronic conditions are the leading cause of illness, disability and death in Australia, and the prevalence is rising. People living with or at risk of chronic conditions can face significant physical, psychological and financial stress impacting their quality of life. Yet, in Western Australia, there is no current... More
    Closed 23 June 2023

  • Improving Safety and Quality in WA Healthcare – A Strategic Plan for Action in WA 2023-2026

    The Health Executive Committee - Safety and Quality (HEC SQ) initiated the development of a WA Health Safety and Quality Strategic Plan which will set the system wide direction to drive a safer, higher-performing and person-centred system. The combined results of a Current State Assessment and an extensive Engagement Phase informed an early draft of the Strategic Plan. This was further developed at a workshop hosted by the Department of Health and facilitated by the... More
    Closed 31 May 2023

  • User Feedback: Online Carers Compliance Report

    We are very appreciative that you have agreed to participate in pilot testing our new online “Contracted Service Provider Progress Report 2022-23” questionnaire, designed to capture compliance with the Carers Recognition Act 2004. Your participation in this pilot is critical in ensuring the online questionnaire is fit for purpose before implementation and completion by all contracted health entities for the 2022-23 reporting period. More
    Closed 12 May 2023

  • Clinical Schools Conceptual Outline

    In 2021, a metropolitan-wide Clinical Schools Model was proposed. It aims to provide the best clinical learning experience for all medical students training through WA's university. A Steering Group, including representation from university staff, students, hospital staff and relevant sector organisations has been meeting regularly to progress the concept. Once finalised, the model will provide the guiding principles for developing and implementing a coordinated approach to medical... More
    Closed 19 March 2023

  • Epidemiology Directorate Client Feedback Survey 2023

    The WA Department of Health Epidemiology Directorate provides both analysis capacity and advice on population health information to a range of stakeholders. Our clients are inclusive of the Department of Health, Health Service Providers, other WA government agencies, local government authorities, non-government organisations, academics, and the public. You have been invited to participate in this survey because you have recently requested information from the Epidemiology... More
    Closed 17 March 2023

  • Community Consultation: Abortion Legislation in Western Australia

    In 1998, Western Australia (WA) became the first Australian jurisdiction to decriminalise abortion. In WA abortions can be legally performed if certain requirements have been met. These requirements are set out in the Criminal Code Compliation Act 1913 and the Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1911 (WA) Act. Community feedback invited Abortion care is vital healthcare. The department has prepared a Discussion Paper which outlines the... More
    Closed 17 December 2022

  • Establishing Containers for Change at the Department of Health, May Holman Building

    Corporate Services is establishing Containers for Change for staff located at the May Holman Building to recycle their empty cans and drink containers, and to divert more waste from landfill and reduce the Department's environmental footprint. The funds earned will be donated to a charity voted by staff, with a different charity to be voted by staff half-yearly. This initiative supports the Department of Health Climate Action Plan 2022-24, which staff can access further below.... More
    Closed 16 December 2022

  • Regulation of nitrous oxide supply

    The key focus of this consultation is to obtain feedback about proposals to amend the Medicines and Poisons Regulations 2016, to include additional controls over the supply of nitrous oxide. The consultation survey asks your opinion about various proposed options for controlling nitrous oxide supply and the potential impact of the proposals on you, your business or your organisation. Restrictions on the sale of nitrous oxide are being considered... More
    Closed 11 November 2022

  • 2021-2022 Food Act 2008 and Public Health Act 2016 Reporting

    Local Government enforcement agencies are required to report to the Department of Health on their performance of functions under the Food Act 2008 (Food Act) (as required by section 121) and the Public Health Act 2016 (Public Health Act) (as required by section 22). The Food Act reporting requirements have been in place since 2009/10 and the Public Health Act reporting requirements have been in place since 2016/17. The consultation will be for the 2021/22 reporting period (1 July 2021 to... More
    Closed 30 October 2022

  • Consultation: Amendments to the Medicines and Poisons Regulations 2016 and the Schedule 8 Medicines Prescribing Code

    The key focus of this consultation is to obtain stakeholder feedback on the preferred options for regulation of prescribing of medicines monitored via Western Australia’s real time prescription monitoring system, ScriptCheckWA. The introduction of ScriptCheckWA will mean prescribers and pharmacists have greater and more timely access to information about their patient’s treatment with medicines in Schedule 8 (S8, controlled drugs). ScriptCheckWA can... More
    Closed 7 October 2022
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