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Objectives: To assess the benefits of the Emergency Department Information System (EDIS)-linked fracture liaison service (FLS).

Methods: Patients identified through EDIS were invited to attend an FLS at the intervention hospital, the Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (SCGS-FLS). The intervention group was compared to usual care.

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Background: Self-management programs have demonstrated significant health benefits in people with musculoskeletal diseases.

Aim: To examine the benefits of a tailored ankylosing spondylitis self-management program (ASSMP) delivered by trained health professionals for people with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) relative to health status, quality of life and disease activity.

Methods: ASSMP was developed within a continuous quality improvement framework following a needs assessment and focus group discussions.

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