Welcome to the Public Health Agency
About the Public Health Agency
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is a dynamic, multi-disciplinary organisation dedicated to improving and protecting the health of the population. As part of the health and social care family, we work closely with the Strategic Planning and Performance Group (SPPG) of the Department of Health (DoH), local Health Trusts (HSC Trusts), the Business Services Organisation (BSO) and the Patient Client Council (PCC), and other partners to drive meaningful change across Northern Ireland.
Guided by our vision of a healthier Northern Ireland, our purpose is to protect and improve the health and social wellbeing of our population. We are committed to reducing health inequalities through leadership, partnership, and evidence-based practice.
Latest news
31 March 2025
This Stress Awareness Month (April) the Public Health Agency (PHA) is highlighting the small daily steps we can take to help manage stress in our lives.
31 March 2025
This Bowel Cancer Awareness Month [April], the Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding people about the two key actions to help combat bowel cancer – act when you notice symptoms, and take part in...
26 March 2025
Shingles can be an extremely painful condition and complications can be long-lasting, particularly for older people and those with weakened immune systems. The Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding...
Latest publications
01 April 2025
This information booklet will help you recognise the signs and symptoms of cancer, and make lifestyle changes to reduce your risk of cancer.
25 March 2025
This poster promotes the Northern Ireland breast screening programme to women aged 50 to 70.
25 March 2025
This poster encourages women to look out for changes in their breasts.
Featured content
The PHA has integrated influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and COVID-19 reporting into a weekly report to provide a single overview of the epidemiology of these infections in Northern Ireland, along with the number of respiratory care home outbreaks, hospital admissions and occupancy, and deaths.
The HPSA report provides an overview of selected surveillance metrics in the form of a situational awareness summary. Horizon scanning provides information on emerging situations that can impact public health including local, national and global events.