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Weight loss injections - contraception warning for women
24 July 2025
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) are reminding women on popular medicines for weight loss and diabetes to use safe and effective contraception.
Public health advice for those attending The Open
07 July 2025
As the 153rd Open Championship returns to Royal Portrush, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging everyone attending to follow a few simple steps to help stay healthy and enjoy the tournament...
Take PRIDE in your Sexual Health
22 July 2025
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging everyone to ‘Take PRIDE’ in their sexual health during this year’s Belfast Pride Festival and to take up the offer of free vaccination if eligible.
The Open Championship: Tee Off to Better Health
15 July 2025
As the 153rd Open Championship returns to Royal Portrush, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging everyone to use this world-class sporting event as inspiration to get active and take positive...
Don’t let alcohol ruin your Twelfth of July
08 July 2025
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging anyone choosing to drink alcohol during the Twelfth of July celebrations, to keep an eye on their drinking by making a sensible plan and sticking to it.
PHA corporate plan 2025-2030 - preventing, protecting, improving: better health for everyone
24 June 2025
The PHA Corporate Plan 2025-2030 has now been published and is available in a number of formats.
Public reminded “alcohol is a powerful drug”: Alcohol Awareness Week
16 June 2025
This Northern Ireland Alcohol Awareness Week (16–22 June), those who drink are being reminded that alcohol is a powerful drug and can have a serious impact on their health
Loneliness Awareness Week: the daily phone calls tackling loneliness
13 June 2025
A community-based project in Antrim is helping to address loneliness and isolation experienced by older people with daily phone calls and support.
RSV – it’s not just a winter vaccine
12 June 2025
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding those eligible that the potentially life-saving Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccination aimed at protecting newborns and older adults is available all...
Groups encouraged to benefit from health inequalities funding
04 June 2025
Community and voluntary organisations are being encouraged by the Public Health Agency to apply for a grants and mentoring programme to help address health inequalities.
Simple tips can prevent serious accidents this Home Safety Week
03 June 2025
The Public Health Agency is reminding families across Northern Ireland that taking small, simple safety steps can help save lives. The call comes during Child Safety Week 2025 (2 – 8 June).
Local schools are recognised for exceptional pastoral care
21 May 2025
Ashfield Boys’ High School, Belfast and Donard School, Banbridge have been recognised for exceptional pastoral care at an award ceremony hosted by the Department of Education and the Public Health...