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New smoking campaign highlights ‘one in two’ risk of habit
29 December 2015
The damaging impact of smoking is being highlighted in Northern Ireland’s new campaign to tackle smoking prevalence, which is being launched today [29 December] by the Public Health Agency (PHA).
Sa...
Know your alcohol limits during the festive season
16 December 2015
With the Christmas party season in full swing the Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging people to be mindful of their alcohol intake at this time.
People across Northern Ireland are looking forward to...
First year student going home for the holidays? Get the meningitis vaccine – it could save your life
14 December 2015
First-time university students are being encouraged by the Public Health Agency (PHA) to get the meningococcal vaccine if they haven’t already done so.
The new vaccine, which became available in August...
Breastfeeding scheme takes-off at International Airport
09 December 2015
Belfast International Airport has become the latest venue to sign up to the Public Health Agency’s (PHA) Breastfeeding Welcome Here scheme.
The initiative, which aims to help breastfeeding mums feel...
Look after your mental health over the festive season
08 December 2015
As Christmas approaches, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging people to look after their mental health and that of their loved ones over the holiday period.
Christmas is traditionally viewed...
Flu can kill – get the vaccine and fight the flu
04 December 2015
A reminder has been issued by the Public Health Agency (PHA) for all people in “at risk” groups to get the winter flu vaccine, with a warning about the deadly dangers associated with catching the flu...
‘Keep Warm’ packs to help homeless people
02 December 2015
This Homelessness Awareness Week (28 November – 5 December) the Public Health Agency (PHA) has teamed up with Council for the Homeless in Northern Ireland (CHNI) to provide ‘Keep Warm’ packs to rough...
Northern Ireland HIV figures published ahead of World AIDS Day
30 November 2015
The Public Health Agency (PHA) has published its ‘HIV surveillance in Northern Ireland 2015’ report today ahead of World AIDS Day (1 December).
The report shows that during 2014, 94 new first-UK...
Next steps in Lifeline development
30 November 2015
The Public Health Agency (PHA) would like to thank all those who took the time and effort to respond to the 12 week public consultation on proposals for the future of the Lifeline service, and has set...
You in Mind - Your Experience Matters
26 November 2015
The Health and Social Care Board (HSCB) and Public Health Agency (PHA) want to hear about your experiences of using mental health services, across Northern Ireland, in the last three years.
The You...
