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Young mum opens up about her breastfeeding journey
21 February 2025
Ellie Hynds from Dromore, Co Down has opened up about her breastfeeding journey with her baby Arielle and has teamed up with the Public Health Agency (PHA) to help encourage other young mothers to...
Being Open Framework - public engagement information session
21 February 2025
The Department of Health are inviting members of the public to register their interest in attending
the Draft Being Open Framework public engagement session, facilitated by the Public Health Agency.Mental health survey 2023-24 findings
13 February 2025
A large-scale representative sample of the Northern Ireland general population completed the 2024/25 Mental Health Survey, providing important insights into their attitudes and behaviours relating to...
Campaign urges people to talk about their true feelings
13 February 2025
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is highlighting the importance of having conversations about our true feelings in a campaign that shows people that ‘Talking really helps’.
Remember to stay sun safe on your winter break
07 February 2025
Sunscreen is one holiday essential that often gets left behind when people pack for a winter holiday, so the Public Health Agency (PHA) and Cancer Focus Northern Ireland are reminding people not to...
Sexual Health Week: Let’s talk about sex!
06 February 2025
The theme of this year’s Sexual Health Week campaign (10-16 February) is having open conversations and the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging people to do just that.
World Cancer Day: be aware of the signs and symptoms
04 February 2025
This World Cancer Day on Tuesday 4 February, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging people to take notice of their bodies and contact their GP if they feel something isn’t right.
Pharmacies encourage everyone to look after your mental health
03 February 2025
Community pharmacies across Northern Ireland are providing advice and support to help people look after their mental health in a new campaign. Running throughout February and March,
PHA draft corporate plan: stakeholder online consultation event
28 January 2025
During the live 12 week consultation period for the Public Health Agency (PHA) Draft Corporate Plan 2025-2030 we are holding one further online session for those who have been unable to attend but...
Public health advice ahead of Storm Éowyn
23 January 2025
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is advising people to look after themselves and others following the red and amber weather warnings issued ahead of Storm Éowyn.
“If it wasn’t for screening, I probably wouldn’t be here today” – Cervical Cancer Prevention Week
21 January 2025
This Cervical Cancer Prevention Week (21–28 January), the Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding women of the importance of attending for cervical screening when invited.
Promoting equality and inclusion: the HSC regional LGBTQ+ staff forum
21 January 2025
The Public Health Agency is committed to promoting health and reducing health inequalities in Northern Ireland. The Agency also recognises the central contribution that staff makes to the fabric of...