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objectives of the Dene Nation’s Health Department is to inform
and educate on health and social issues through prevention, promotion
and cooperation with communities and government agencies, both Territorial
and Federal. We have a working relationship with Health Canada, Northern Secretariat, GNWT department of Health & Social and Services, Department of Education, Culture & Employment, and the Assembly of First Nations. In addition we are committee members on numerous boards both regional and national. We also work with other non-profit agencies both in Yellowknife and surrounding communities on such issues as HIV/AIDS, Hep C, Aboriginal diabetes initiatives, First Nation non-insured Health benefits, and community wellness programs. For more information please contact: Ialeen Jones Health & Social Development Secretariat Director |
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