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Call to get vaccinated as RSV programme expanded

From 1 April, all adults over 80 years of age are eligible for the RSV vaccination and will be invited by their GP practice to get it.

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  • The Self-Harm Registry aims to:

    • Monitor trends in hospital attendances with self harm and suicidal ideation over time
    • Improve understanding of self harm and suicidal ideation
    • Inform and shape services to support of those affected by self-harm and suicide ideation. 

  • Pertussis (also known as "whooping cough") in Northern Ireland monthly updates. Pertussis is a highly contagious, but vaccine preventable bacterial respiratory disease that is usually caused by Bordetella pertussis.

  • Measles infection in Northern Ireland monthly report. Measles is a systemic viral infection caused by the measles virus. For more information about measles please visit NI Direct | Measles.

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About the Public Health Agency (PHA)

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.