Welcome
The Public Health Agency (PHA) was established in April 2009 as part of the reforms to Health and Social Care (HSC) in Northern Ireland. We are the major regional organisation for health protection and health and social wellbeing improvement. Our role also commits us to addressing the causes and associated inequalities of preventable ill-health and lack of wellbeing. We are a multi-disciplinary, multi-professional body with a strong regional and local presence.
Directorates
In fulfilling our mandate to protect public health, improve public health and social wellbeing, and reduce inequalities in health and social wellbeing, the PHA works within an operational framework of three areas: Public Health, Nursing and Allied Health Professionals, and Operations. Our corporate and business plans reflect these arrangements and our purpose as an organisation.
Public Health
- Health Protection
- Health and Social Wellbeing Improvement
- Service Development and Screening
- HSC Research and Development
Nursing and Allied Health Professions
- Nursing
- Allied Health Professions and Personal and Public Involvement
- Centre for Connected Health
- HSC Safety Forum
Operations
Latest
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Care home vaccination roll out across Northern Ireland almost complete
- NewsOver 453 care homes across Northern Ireland have now received both COVID-19 vaccinations – this includes staff as well as residents who agreed to receive the vaccine. Northern Ireland was one of the first regions in UK and Ireland to roll out a -
No room for complacency on flu – flu vaccine now available for 50-64 year olds
- NewsThe Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging 50-64 year olds who have not yet had the free flu vaccine to get it soon. The seasonal flu vaccination programme has been extended to include those over 50, which will help protect more people from flu and -
Northern Ireland stroke services continue to operate in the COVID-19 pandemic
- NewsThe Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding the public of the importance of seeking urgent medical care if they experience any of the symptoms of stroke and that help is available for those who need medical attention. A person is at a higher risk of