Professor van Woerden takes up post on a temporary basis
The Isle of Man Government has confirmed an interim director of public health has been appointed.
Professor Hugo van Woerden takes up the role on a temporary basis following the retirement of Dr Henrietta Ewart last month.
In a statement issued to Manx Radio government says Professor van Woerden has 20 years' experience at a senior level in the field of public health.
He's recently held director of public health roles in Northern Ireland and NHS Highland.
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