Every school-aged child should have access to a registered nurse to maintain healthy weight

Every school-aged child should have access to a registered nurse to maintain healthy weight

Media Release

ACN position statement – Working with children above a healthy weight: Nurse-led interventions The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) is recommending that every school-aged child in Australia should have ready access to a suitably qualified registered nurse to provide care and guidance to ensure the maintenance of healthy weight. The evidence-based recommendation is a key…

Working with children above a healthy weight: Nurse-led interventions

Working with children above a healthy weight: Nurse-led interventions

Advocacy and Policy

Overview The proportion of children above a healthy weight continues to rise. Nurses can identify children at-risk, educate families and combat weight stigma. Nurse-led interventions are flexible, cost-effective and have proven effective in various settings. Supporting nurses with training, resources, and leadership opportunities is crucial to optimise impact. ACN Factsheet – Working with children above…