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Stop smoking this New Year
14 December 2016
While many of us will be focusing on having a great time over the Christmas period, minds will soon be turning to New Year’s resolutions, and once again quitting smoking will be at the top of many...
Know your alcohol limits during the festive season
13 December 2016
With the Christmas party season in full swing the Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging people to be mindful of their alcohol intake.
The PHA’s Drugs and Alcohol lead Michael Owen said: “Christmas is...
Views sought on hospital eye services
12 December 2016
The Public Health Agency (PHA) and the Health and Social Care Board (HSCB) are urging those who have used a hospital eye care service in the past two years to share their experience through the 10,000...
Look after your mental health over the holidays
08 December 2016
In the run up to Christmas, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding people of the importance of looking after their own mental health and that of their family and friends over the holiday period.
C...It takes only seconds for a toddler to lose their life on a blind cord – make your home safe!
06 December 2016
The dangers associated with blind cords are being highlighted in a video being launched today [Tuesday 6 December] by the Public Health Agency (PHA), in association with local councils in Northern...
PHA Zika advice for male travellers
02 December 2016
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding male travellers to and from Zika-affected areas to use condoms or barrier methods for sexual activity for six months after being in an affected area.
Dr...
Reduce the risk of spreading winter vomiting virus
30 November 2016
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is making people aware of the presence of the winter vomiting and diarrhoea virus, also known as norovirus, circulating in the community. This is having an impact on...
PHA Draft Corporate Plan 2017–21
16 February 2017
Corporate Plan Consultation - Deadline Extended to 22 February 2017
The PHA draft Corporate Plan is now out for public consultation (28 November 2016–22 February 2017).
This draft plan sets out the...
PHA raises awareness of safer sex ahead of World AIDS Day
30 November 2016
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is using World AIDS Day (1 December), as an opportunity to raise awareness about HIV and encourage people to practise safer sex. This comes as the PHA today publishes...