The effectiveness of nurse-led interventions in the assessment and management of overweight and obese children and young people

The effectiveness of nurse-led interventions in the assessment and management of overweight and obese children and young people

Overview Approximately one-quarter of Australian children aged 2-17 are overweight or obese, with projections indicating a rise in these figures. Childhood obesity incurs significant costs and can lead to diseases like diabetes and heart conditions early in life. Addressing childhood weight issues is crucial for reducing adult obesity, enhancing life quality, and lowering healthcare expenses.…

History of nurse education in Australia

Nurse education in Australia: Part 2

By Trish Lowe MACN – ACN Nurse Educator Lucy Osburn brings the Nightingale model to Australia  Florence Nightingale (1820- 1910) was born in Florence to wealthy British parents. Nightingale excelled in the classics, speaking German, French and Italian, and was particularly proficient in mathematics. At seventeen, Nightingale made the decision to dedicate her life to…