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Getting communities active on foot, bikes and trikes
21 November 2017
Mother-of-two Lisa Lecky was always an active person. She walked to and from work in Belfast every day. Two years ago she suffered a stroke which affected her left side. She has lost the power of her...
Bangor toddler Anna has the best protection against the flu
20 October 2017
The seasonal flu vaccination programme for 2017/18 is under way and one little girl is already prepared for the winter flu season. Anna Sheridan (2) from Bangor, Co Down, has been to her local GP...
The flu vaccine helps protect children who receive it, as well as their younger siblings
23 November 2017
Children under two years are significantly more at risk of serious illness from influenza if they have older brothers or sisters, new research has shown. The flu virus spreads through the air when...
Update on the Lifeline service
17 November 2017
Lifeline is Northern Ireland’s 24/7 crisis support service for people in distress or despair. The current contract for the operation of Lifeline is due to end on 31 March 2018. The Public Health...
Health and agriculture join forces to help keep antibiotics working
16 November 2017
This European Antibiotics Awareness Day [18 November] the importance of responsible antibiotic use is being highlighted across the health and agriculture sectors.
The Public Health Agency (PHA) and...
Nurse of the Year advocates the flu vaccine
17 November 2017
This year’s flu vaccination programme is now under way, and has received the backing of Nurse of The Year Siobhan Rogan, who is highlighting the importance of the flu vaccine particularly for ‘at...
Be aware of carbon monoxide poisoning – know the signs and symptoms
10 November 2017
November is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month and the Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding everyone as the temperature drops and people turn up the heat to be aware of the symptoms of carbon monoxide...
PHA provides additional funding for suicide prevention in Belfast
09 November 2017
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is providing almost £500,000 additional funding for suicide prevention and mental health promotion in the Belfast area.
£300,000 of this is being been invested directly...
Stress control classes available across Northern Ireland
02 November 2017
Stress doesn’t just make you feel bad – it can also be bad for your health. The good news is there are measures you can take to deal with it.
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging those...
Viral vs bacterial – what’s the difference?
01 November 2017
With winter upon us, many people will inevitably pick up sniffles, sore throats and colds, and get infections. But what’s the difference between a viral infection and a bacterial infection and how can...
UK Prevention Research Partnership (UKPRP) Funding Call NOW OPEN
30 October 2017
An alliance of UK Health Departments (including the Public Health Agency's R&D Division - HSC R&D), Research Councils and charities are pleased to announce a new funding call to address challenges in...
