Community and Public Health Nursing
Community and public health nurses work where people live, learn and work. They prevent disease, promote healthy lifestyles and care for people with long-term conditions at home, in schools and in primary care.
The Community and Public Health Nursing session at Nursing Science 2027 brings together district nurses, health visitors, school nurses, primary care nurses and public health researchers. Disease prevention is central to this work, linking the session closely with nursing and infectious disease.
Key Topics in Community and Public Health Nursing
- Health promotion and disease prevention
- Primary care and practice nursing
- District nursing and home-based care
- Chronic disease management in the community
- Immunisation programmes and outreach
- Health equity and social determinants of health
- School nursing and child health
- Rural and remote nursing
- Migrant, refugee and underserved populations
- Community health workers and nurse-led clinics
Recent Advances in Community and Public Health Nursing
Health systems are shifting care from hospitals to the community, with nurse-led virtual wards, home visits and remote monitoring keeping people well at home. Telehealth and digital tools, explored in AI and emerging technologies in nursing, are helping nurses reach rural and isolated patients.
Ageing populations mean more older people are cared for at home, linking this session with geriatric nursing and elderly care. Public health nurses are also working with employers to keep working-age adults healthy, alongside colleagues in occupational health nursing.
Who Should Attend the Community and Public Health Nursing Session
- District and community nurses
- Public health nurses and health visitors
- Primary care and practice nurses
- School nurses
- Rural and global health nurses
- Public health researchers and policymakers
Why Present Your Research in Community and Public Health Nursing
Nursing Science 2027 gives you an international audience for community and public health research. You can compare primary care models and connect with colleagues working across nursing and healthcare systems in many countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this session include global and low-resource settings?
Yes. Research from rural, remote and low-resource communities is welcome.
Can I present a health promotion campaign?
Yes. Health promotion and prevention campaigns with clear outcomes are welcome.
When is Nursing Science 2027?
Nursing Science 2027 takes place from 17 to 19 May 2027 in London, UK.