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As a new year begins, many people will set resolutions to improve their health and wellbeing. The Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging everyone to focus on small, sustainable changes that can...

The Public Health Agency has announced that chickenpox vaccination will be added to the childhood immunisation programme from January, which will help protect thousands of children from this...

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging smokers to make quitting smoking their New Year’s resolution and to take a positive step towards better health. The agency funds a range of free stop...

As temperatures drop and routines change during the festive period, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding parents and guardians that following safer sleep advice is essential to reduce the risk...

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is asking parents and carers to be aware of the extra safety risks for children and young people across the festive season. 

Rosetta Primary School in Belfast brought festive cheer to the playground as pupils took part in The Daily Mile Santa Run, joining thousands of children across Northern Ireland and beyond for fun...

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging everyone who is eligible for flu vaccination to take up the offer without delay as it remains the best defence against seasonal flu.

Thursday 11 December is Organ Donation Discussion Day, when the Public Health Agency is encouraging everyone to consider their decision around organ and tissue donation, and to share this decision...

A new campaign has been launched in community pharmacies across Northern Ireland, encouraging people to look after their mental health and wellbeing.

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is advising people to plan ahead and take steps to reduce the risk of drink ruining Christmas celebrations

Ahead of World AIDS Day on 1 December, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is highlighting the vital role that simple actions play in helping to prevent the spread of HIV.

The Public Health Agency (PHA) has issued advice for people to look after themselves and others this winter.