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PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
As a registered nurse in Ontario I belong to the college of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). This is the regulatory body that governs nursing practice in Ontario.
The Ontario Nurses' Association (ONA) is the union representing the public health nurses at my heath department. ONA represents over 65,000 nurses and health care professionals in Ontario.
The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC) is the Government of Ontario ministry responsible for administering the health care system and providing services to the province of Ontario. Public health receives funding through the MOHLTC.
Niagara Region Public Health provides services supporting:
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immunizations
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sexual health
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infection prevention & control
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emergency medical services
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dental health
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safe & healthy communities
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healthy Children & families
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