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The Public Health Agency (PHA) is highlighting the need for kids to get vaccinated against flu, with the agency’s latest surveillance data showing that influenza activity continues to increase, with...

Next week is World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (WAAW) and the Public Health Agency (PHA) is highlighting a powerful account of one individual’s fight against AMR to encourage everyone to...

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging people across Northern Ireland to consider taking a daily vitamin D supplement to support wellbeing during the autumn and winter months. 

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging everyone who is eligible for flu vaccination to take up the offer as it remains the best defence against seasonal flu.

The Public Health Agency has published a new evidence review, delivered by the National Children’s Bureau, exploring the wide-ranging implications of Covid-19 restrictions for children and young...

The Southern Trust (SHSCT) and the Public Health Agency (PHA) have today published three new reports* on cervical screening. 

This Lung Cancer Awareness Month (November) the Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding people to be aware of the signs and symptoms of lung cancer and to know how to reduce your risk

We’re proud to celebrate the success of the “Beyond the Session – embedding therapeutic practice in school culture” project, winner of the PHA-sponsored Partnership in Public Health category at the Ad...

Strokes claim the lives of around 1,000 people each year in Northern Ireland. Ahead of World Stroke Day on Wednesday 29 October, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding people to ‘think FAST’ if...

As World Menopause Day approaches on 18 October, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is highlighting how simple lifestyle choices can make a real difference to women’s health and wellbeing. 

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is highlighting the importance of looking after your eyes through all stages of life, including booking your regular eye tests and going to get your eyes checked if you...

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is shining a spotlight on the importance of social connection and encouraging people to take part in age-friendly events as part of Positive Ageing Month this October.