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‘Talking really helps’ campaign launched 2023
25 January 2023
A new campaign from the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging anyone with feelings of anxiety or distress, or who is in crisis, to start the conversation about their thoughts and feelings.
The...
Take up life-saving cervical screening when invited
20 January 2023
Attending for cervical screening could save your life – that’s the message from the Public Health Agency (PHA) this Cervical Cancer Prevention Week (23-29 January).
Between 2016 and 2020 in Northern...
Top tips on preventing falls at home this winter
18 January 2023
The Public Health Agency (PHA) in partnership with local councils is issuing advice on how you can take measures to reduce your risk of falls at home this winter.
In 2020 there were 251 deaths...
Public consultation on suicide bereavement services
16 January 2023
The Public Health Agency (PHA) has today [Monday 16 January] launched a public consultation on services for those who have been bereaved by suicide.
The 12-week consultation runs until Sunday 9 April...
PHA issue advice on respiratory illness
03 January 2023
Flu and other respiratory illnesses are currently circulating and are likely to continue to increase in coming weeks. High numbers of scarlet fever, which is caused by group A streptococcus, also...
Looking after mental health important this time of year
22 December 2022
As Christmas approaches, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging people to look after their mental health and that of their family and friends during the holiday season.
Fiona Teague, Head of...
PHA highlights dangers of button cell batteries ahead of Christmas
20 December 2022
Christmas is nearly upon us and with many toys coming into homes in the next few weeks, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is warning parents and caregivers about the dangers of children swallowing...
PHA: We can help you quit smoking this new year
20 December 2022
As we prepare to welcome in a new year, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging smokers to make a commitment to quit smoking this new year to improve their health.
Colette Rogers, Strategic...
Dysphagia awareness over the festive season
16 December 2022
With the festive season upon us and as our thoughts turn to spending time with friends and families, the Public Health Agency is asking people to remember those who may have difficulties with eating...
A wrapping you don’t want to forget this Christmas
15 December 2022
Christmas season is in full swing — but partying, alcohol consumption and a lack of awareness about sexually transmitted infections might mean some people will end up with an unwanted festive gift.
W...
Top tips to enjoy alcohol safely this festive season
14 December 2022
With the festive party season under way, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is offering some helpful safer drinking advice for those who choose to drink alcohol.
Many of us tend to over-indulge at...
