The nurse can c u now
Pupils will be able to book appointments with the school nurse by text message and email, the Government will announce today.
Young people sometimes feel too embarrassed or shy to approach teachers and health professionals directly, the Department of Health said. It hopes the scheme will improve the health of children.
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