Who is this page for?
This page is for the public, healthcare professionals, partner organisations and anyone seeking the latest public health alerts and advice.
About current alerts and outbreaks
The Public Health Agency (PHA) monitors and responds to a range of public health incidents across Northern Ireland. When there is a significant risk to public health, we provide timely information and advice to help protect individuals, communities and healthcare services.
Infectious disease outbreaks
Find the latest information on: infectious disease outbreaks, seasonal infections, communicable disease incidents and public health advice and guidance - signpost to?
If there is a current alert, outbreak:
- Current alerts
- Status (Active / Updated / Closed)
- Advice for the public (press release)
- Further information
If there are no current alerts:
- There are currently no public health alerts or outbreaks in this category. This page will be updated when new information becomes available.
Environmental incidents
Find information about environmental hazards that may affect public health, including: air quality, water quality, chemical incidents, radiation incidents, other environmental hazards. - signpost to the main page.
If there is a current alert, outbreak:
- Current alerts
- Status (Active / Updated / Closed)
- Advice for the public (press release)
- Further information
If there are no current alerts:
- There are currently no public health alerts or outbreaks in this category. This page will be updated when new information becomes available.
Extreme weather and seasonal alerts
Extreme weather includes hot weather, cold weather, storms and flooding, other severe weather events. Find more information on Environmental health page.
If there is a current alert, outbreak:
- Current alerts
- Status (Active / Updated / Closed)
- Advice for the public (press release)
- Further information
If there are no current alerts:
- There are currently no public health alerts or outbreaks in this category. This page will be updated when new information becomes available.
How the Public Health Agency (PHA) helps
The PHA works with HSC organisations, Trusts, local councils, government departments and partner agencies to monitor public health risks, investigate outbreaks, coordinate responses and provide timely public health advice to help protect the population.