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Leading digital health transformation: The value of Chief Nursing Information Officer (CNIO) roles

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The role of nurses in chronic disease prevention and management in rural and remote areas

The role of nurses in chronic disease prevention and management in rural and remote areas

Overview The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) emphasises nurses’ pivotal role in preventing and managing chronic diseases for optimal health outcomes, especially in rural and remote communities where they often serve as the primary healthcare provider. There are many opportunities for nurses to play a greater role in chronic disease prevention and management in rural…

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Person-centred care

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Nurses, immunisation and health

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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.…

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Unregulated health care workers

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