Source: Northland District Health Board – Press Release/Statement:
Headline: Public Health Nursing
Public health nurses work with the community promoting health, preventing disease and maintaining wellness. They also have a partnership with schools to assist and support families, individuals and school groups toward self-reliance in health. They act as a referral agent and liaise and network with allied agencies.
Clients are self-referred or through health and/ or community service professionals.
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