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Latest news
28 July 2026
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging thousands of young people heading to university and further education colleges this autumn to book a potentially lifesaving free MenB vaccine when the...
23 July 2026
With the milestone of the 35th year of Belfast Pride, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is highlighting the progress that has been made in recent years in helping to reduce stigma and protect the health...
09 July 2026
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging everyone to enjoy the festivities safely and responsibly this bank holiday weekend. Whether you’re attending a parade, an eleventh night bonfire or spending...
Latest publications
28 July 2026
This leaflet describes the MenB vaccine available to eligible young people this autumn 2026.
28 July 2026
This leaflet gives some ideas for ways to help manage anxiety and feel more able to cope, along with where to find support if you need it.
24 July 2026
This poster outlines who is eligible for the free MenB vaccine against meningitis and septicaemia this autumn 2026.
Featured content
COVID-19 genomics weekly report. This report describes and monitors the epidemiology of SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) variants in Northern Ireland.
Integrated influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and COVID-19 infections reporting into a weekly report, providing a single overview of the epidemiology of these infections in Northern Ireland, along with the number of respiratory care home outbreaks, hospital admissions and occupancy, and deaths.
The HPSA report provides an overview of selected surveillance metrics in the form of a situational awareness summary. Horizon scanning provides information on emerging situations that can impact public health including local, national and global events.
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.