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Trampoline users urged to be cautious
08 July 2010
The Southern Area Accident Prevention Liaison Group (SAAPLG) is urging people to be cautious when using home trampolines this summer.
A survey conducted in 2008 by the Southern Health and Social Care...
PHA uses webcast to promote health messages
06 August 2010
Director of Public Health for the PHA, Dr Carolyn Harper, is using the latest technology to communicate key public health messages to the Northern Ireland population.
This webcast, the first of many...
Think carbon monoxide
24 November 2010
The PHA is urging people to be vigilant for the signs and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning and recommends taking action to minimise possible risk.
Carbon monoxide poisoning can affect anyone but...
PHA coordinating nursing home survey
04 August 2010
The PHA and staff from participating nursing homes are coordinating a survey on healthcare associated infections in long term care facilities in Northern Ireland.
The HALT project is a point...
Northern Ireland has highest percentage of Baby Friendly hospitals in UK
02 August 2010
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is today highlighting the fact that Northern Ireland now has the highest percentage of babies born in Baby Friendly hospitals in the whole of the UK with 61% of all...
PHA calcium statement
02 August 2010
The Public Health Agency (PHA) recognise the need for a calcium enriched diet, which is essential for bone development.
Overall, food is a better source of vitamins and minerals than a supplement...
Complete the European Man-for-Man Internet Survey (EMIS), says PHA
30 July 2010
The Public Health Agency (PHA) encourages Men who have Sex with Men (MSM) to take part in the largest ever internet survey for gay men, bisexual men and other men who are attracted to men.
The...
Happy Hands training promotes toddler active lifestyles
30 July 2010
Parents attending the ‘Happy Hands’ parent and toddler group in Newry have received training highlighting the importance of promoting healthy eating and active lifestyles for the under 5s.
‘Happy...
Support and guidance for LGBT community
28 July 2010
If you are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or unsure of your sexual orientation, there are organisations that can provide support and guidance.
This article gives details of organisations that provide a range...
If in doubt get checked out, says PHA
28 July 2010
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is highlighting the importance of safer sex and HIV testing for men who have sex with men (MSM) during the Belfast Pride festival this week.
Recent figures show 396...
Flood water and your health
23 July 2010
Following the recent episode of flooding in Armagh, the Public Health Agency (PHA) has advised people to be cautious when dealing with flood water.
When flooding occurs the risk of contracting any...
