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Celebrate safely this Twelfth of July: Look after yourself and others
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...
Funding for community mental health projects launches
08 July 2026
Community and voluntary groups are being encouraged to apply for “Making Life Better” grants, a short-term funding programme that focuses on improving mental health and emotional wellbeing.
“I used to find myself feeding my baby in the toilets” – how Antrim and Newtownabbey is becoming a breastfeeding-friendly borough
07 July 2026
Mothers across Antrim and Newtownabbey are finding it easier to breastfeed while out and about, thanks to a growing network of supportive spaces across the borough.
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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.