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health officer

American  

noun

  1. an official who administers laws pertaining to health, especially sanitation.


Etymology

Origin of health officer

First recorded in 1855–60

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Better Later follows retired teacher Clive, played by Speirs, and environmental health officer Shelley Anne, played by Jones.

From BBC Jun. 16, 2026

The Orange County health officer and fire officials have insisted there have been no toxic chemicals released.

From Los Angeles Times May 27, 2026

“I want to reassure everyone who is outside of the new evacuation zone that when you go home, you can feel safe,” said Orange County health officer Dr. Regina Chinsio-Kwong.

From Los Angeles Times May 26, 2026

Short-term exposure can irritate the lungs and nasal passages, and cause nausea and dizziness, said Dr. Regina Chinsio-Kwong, Orange County’s health officer.

From The Wall Street Journal May 23, 2026

After the Revolution, in a time of epidemics, he was chosen health officer of Boston, and coroner of Suffolk County.

From "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell

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