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Ahead of World Breastfeeding Week (1–7 August), the Public Health Agency (PHA) is highlighting the vital role that support at home – from partners, grandparents, family and friends – plays in helping...

A new gonorrhoea vaccination programme will commence in Northern Ireland in August and the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging eligible people to make an appointment for vaccination to help...

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.

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...

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.

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...

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.

The PHA Corporate Plan 2025-2030 has now been published and is available in a number of formats.

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

A community-based project in Antrim is helping to address loneliness and isolation experienced by older people with daily phone calls and support.

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...

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.