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Handbook of tools to support medicine management in multimorbidity and polypharmacy

Handbook of tools to support medicine management in multimorbidity and polypharmacy

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This handbook provides tools to support medicine management in multimorbidity and polypharmacy. The Department of Health and Aged Care commissioned the University of South Australia to develop the handbook. 

This resource may refer to information that will be updated from 1 November 2025 to align with the new Aged Care Act and Quality Standards.

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External Link
https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/handbook-of-tools-to-support-medicine-management-in-multimorbidity-and-polypharmacy
Key Theme
Medication management
Standard
5: Clinical Care
Outcomes
5.3: Safe and quality use of medicines
Handbook of tools to support medicine management in multimorbidity and polypharmacy

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