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A total of 33,992 visits were made to needle and syringe exchange schemes (NSES) during 2018-19, helping to stop the spread of infection from drug-related litter and sharing of equipment.

The figures...

The theme for this year’s Sexual Health Week (10 – 14th Feb) is ‘Let’s Talk SEX’ because looking after your sexual health can have a positive impact on both your mental and physical wellbeing.

The...

New figures from the Public Health Agency (PHA) show that the Take Home Naloxone programme has seen naloxone administered 240 times in 2018-19 and has been successful in reversing an opiate overdose...

Today [4 February] is World Cancer Day and the Public Health Agency (PHA) is highlighting the signs and symptoms of cancer and encouraging people to seek medical advice without delay if they are...

Zarah Reid, 7, from Omagh was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes three years ago, after her mum noticed a number of symptoms, including being tired and going to the toilet a lot.

Community Pharmacy Living Well Campaign Winner. Certificate presented to O’Kanes Pharmacy, Draperstown, for their winning Stay Well This Winter campaign, the third of five Living Well campaigns...

A report published on 28 January 2020 delivers the most comprehensive analysis of UK health research funding ever compiled. Bringing together data from 146 charity, professional and public sector...

Don’t forget your sunscreen – that’s the message from the Public Health Agency (PHA) and Cancer Focus Northern Ireland to those heading off on a winter break.

At this time of year many people will...

Caolan O’Neill, 6, from Derry was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes last year, after his teacher noticed he was going to the toilet a lot.

Type 1 diabetes cannot be prevented and occurs when the...

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is taking the opportunity during Cervical Cancer Prevention Week to highlight the importance of women taking up the invitation to have cervical screening.

Statistics...

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is taking the opportunity during Obesity Awareness Week to offer top tips on healthier eating and becoming more active.

The Health Survey (NI) 2017/18 shows 64% of...