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PHARMACIST
People may suffer severe consequences if they’re not prescribed the right medicines. Pharmacists play a vital role in making sure that this doesn’t happen, and that medicines are accessible and affordable.
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‘ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE’ PRACTICTIONER
Individuals from different cultures may look for different kinds of healthcare according to their particular ailments and/or beliefs. Many Practitioners treat medical conditions with‘Alternative Medicine’, which comprises numerous forms of treatment like acupuncture, traditionalChinese medicine, herbal medicine, spiritual healing, homeopathy, etc.
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PHYSIOTHERAPISTS
Physiotherapists can do an enormous amount for the health and well-being of people of all ages, such as rehabilitating patients who have suffered minor or major injuries and helping people cope with an illness, disability, or the effects of ageing.
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
A variety of experiences at school help shape children for their future. Physical Education Teachers play a significant role in teaching youth about the importance of physical exercise for overall well-being, as well as the social skills and cooperation needed to play on a team.
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NURSES & PHYSICIANS
Nurses & Physicians are fundamental to health and well-being for all, as their skills are universal – they can do their jobs anywhere in the world. They can also help train the medical workforce in developing countries and introduce health programmes and measures for disease prevention and control.
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FAMILY-PLANNING COUNSELLOR
Throughout developed as well as developing countries, there are still large numbers of people with limited or no access to education about family planning and reproduction. As a Family-Planning Counsellor, you can reach out to agencies to advise them on the implementation of family-planning programmes.
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PARAMEDICS
Paramedics aren’t just ambulance drivers but, even if it isn’t the most significant part of their job, driving is the most dangerous. As a Paramedic, your job goes beyond saving people’s lives: you need to protect the lives of other Paramedics and your own, too. Help find creative ways to improve safety regulations for emergency travel.
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PSYCHOLOGISTS
Mental health and physical well-being are equally important and they’re closely linked. As a Psychologist, you can play a crucial role in helping people tackle complex issues and thus improve their overall health. Moreover, Psychologists can aid in preventing substance and alcohol abuse.
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OPTICIAN
As an Optician, you can improve someone’s well-being by making it possible for him or her to do more in life. You can also lend your skills and knowledge by giving free eye tests to people or families who can’t afford them.
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YOGA TEACHER
Practices based on the mind-body connection, such as yoga, are increasingly recognised as valuable to health and well-being. Yoga Teachers can bring these benefits to a wide variety of groups by teaching in rehabilitation centres, schools, community centres, or even workplaces.