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Tuberculosis still proving a threat in Northern Ireland
21 March 2014
Tuberculosis (TB) has increased in Northern Ireland in recent years. Ahead of World TB Day on 24 March, the Public Health Agency (PHA) has released the latest figures which show that in 2013 in...
Ovarian cancer – do you know what to look for?
13 March 2014
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is today highlighting the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer. This advice is being issued during Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, which runs throughout March.
Teachers score top marks in nutrition and health
13 March 2014
Teachers from across Northern Ireland are celebrating exam success after completing a Diploma in Nutrition and Health.
This week 14 teachers received their Diplomas at an event at Clotworthy House in...
Take it easy on St Patrick’s Day and know your alcohol limits
12 March 2014
As the St Patrick’s Day weekend approaches and with many planning to celebrate with family and friends, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging people to be aware of their alcohol limits. The PHA is...
Artwork of older people ‘In Full Bloom’ at gala exhibition
12 March 2014
A stunning and innovative exhibition of contemporary artwork by older people is opening at Duncairn Cultural Arts Centre on Wednesday 12 March at 3pm.
‘In Full Bloom’ will showcase art by older people...
Sun safety project at Primate Dixon Primary School in Coalisland
12 March 2014
This spring the ‘Living Willows for Shade’ sun safety project is getting underway at Primate Dixon Primary School in Coalisland. The Public Health Agency (PHA) and Cancer Focus initiative provides...
Sun safety project at Drumachose Primary School in Limavady
12 March 2014
This spring the ‘Living Willows for Shade’ sun safety project is getting underway at Drumachose Primary School in Limavady. The Public Health Agency (PHA) and Cancer Focus initiative provides areas of...
Improving health for people with a learning disability
11 March 2014
People with a learning disability are more likely to suffer from health inequalities than members of general population. The Public Health Agency (PHA), Health and Social Care Board (HSCB) and the...
Major conference focuses on safer patient care
11 March 2014
Over 350 healthcare professionals from across Ireland will gather in Belfast tomorrow for a two-day conference focusing on high quality, safe and effective care for patients and service users in the...
Salt Awareness Week: reduce salt intake to lower your blood pressure
07 March 2014
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging people to discover the benefits of reducing salt in their diet during National Salt Awareness Week.
The theme for this year’s awareness week (10-16 March)...
Local Paralympic skier Kelly Gallagher knows how to stay sun safe while on the slopes
07 March 2014
The Paralympics starts today and the PHA and Cancer Focus are reminding all those want-to-be winter Olympians heading off on their skiing holidays to be sun safe.
Northern Ireland Paralympic skier...
