"Public health can improve health, reduce illness and make our environment locally and globally a great place to live."

Hear from public health professionals about the difference they make to the nation's health.


"Helping people find solutions to issues gives me great satisfaction"

RIta is an occupational health nurse

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"My knowledge is forever expanding and I get a lot of job satisfaction."

Vanessa is a health improvement coordinator

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"Practice teaching allows me to guide future school nurses"

Nisha is a specialist community public health nurse

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"There are opportunities for lifelong learning and career progression"

Anthony is a school nurse

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"I enjoy the variety each day brings and working with a dedicated team."

Bruce is a director of public health

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"We work closely with healthcare professionals and people in education."

Sarah is a Tuberculosis nurse specialist

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