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The Public Health Agency (PHA) is today, on World Ovarian Cancer Day, urging women to be aware of the symptoms of ovarian cancer, and to seek medical help if they experience any of these symptoms.

With exams getting under way, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging parents and guardians to support their children’s emotional wellbeing during what can be a stressful time.

A certain level of...

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is today publishing the results of a point-prevalence survey of healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) and antimicrobial (antibiotic) use in long-term care facilities...

The Public Health Agency (PHA) and Cancer Focus Northern Ireland are reminding people during Sun Awareness Week (5 to 11 May 2014) to check their skin for signs of skin cancer.

Malignant melanoma is...

Smoking levels among manual workers remain high in Northern Ireland, with 31% of manual workers smoking.

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging businesses in Northern Ireland to avail of the...

The Public Health Agency welcomes the annual Depression Awareness Week, 28 April- 3 May.

For information about Aware Defeat Depression or Depression Awareness Week call 028 9035 7820 or visit the...

Major events can attract thousands of visitors from all over the world. When many people are gathered together for such events, there can be an increased risk to public health, so the Public Health...

Health systems and individuals across the island of Ireland will benefit from the appointment of a new leader for Cochrane Ireland – a venture which will actively promote the use of the best available...

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is marking European Immunisation Week (22–26 April 2014) by celebrating the excellent childhood immunisation uptake levels being achieved in Northern Ireland, which are...

The switchboard number for the PHA’s Headquarters at Linenhall Street, Belfast changed on Monday 28 April, 2014. The new number is 0300 555 0114* and should now be used.

The old switchboard number...

10,000 Voices, a Public Health Agency (PHA) initiative which gives the people of Northern Ireland an opportunity to provide feedback on their experiences of accessing Health and Social Care services...