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April 2, 2008
CHRs are health care workers located in Aboriginal communities. They are employed by your Band or regional health board. The role of the CHR will vary depending on the availability of other health care workers and how close the community is to a hospital. Generally, CHRs provide health information, counselling, and first aid. They also make referrals and appointments, dispense some prescription drugs, provide advocacy, and advise on government policy. Not all CHRs will know much about, or be comfortable with, HIV
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