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    Public health nurses (PHNs) can enhance community health by promoting healthy environments, going beyond protection. Their expertise in health promotion complements the work of environmental health inspectors for better public health outcomes.

    Area of Science:

    • Environmental health
    • Community health promotion
    • Public health nursing

    Background:

    • Healthy environments are crucial for human health, recognized by global and national health organizations.
    • Environmental protection is typically the role of public health inspectors.
    • A healthy environment encompasses more than protection, involving adaptation and enhancement of surroundings.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the integral role of health promotion in creating healthy environments.
    • To advocate for the inclusion of public health nurses (PHNs) in environmental health initiatives.
    • To explore how PHNs can complement the work of public health inspectors.

    Main Methods:

    • Conceptual analysis of healthy environment principles.

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  • Review of roles in environmental protection and health promotion.
  • Discussion of interprofessional collaboration between PHNs and health inspectors.

    • Main Results:

    • Health promotion is a key component of creating healthy environments.
    • Public health nurses possess expertise in health promotion relevant to environmental health.
    • Collaboration between PHNs and health inspectors can lead to enhanced health outcomes.

    Conclusions:

    • Public health nurses should be actively involved in creating and promoting healthy environments.
    • Integrating health promotion into environmental strategies is essential for public health.
    • Interdisciplinary collaboration can strengthen efforts to build healthier communities.