DA is urging government to address a serious shortage of environmental health practitioners

29 October, 2024

DA is urging government to address a serious shortage of environmental health practitioners amid rising food poisoning cases. The party’s Michele Clarke says this shortage affects food inspections, especially in crowded areas, putting public health at risk. Clarke calls for emergency funding to hire more environmental health practitioners and prevent further health issues related to unsafe food:

DA is urging government to address a serious shortage of environmental health practitioners Leonard Witbeen

Written by: Leonard Witbeen

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