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Students returning to uni urged to get meningitis vaccine
18 January 2017
Students returning to university for the start of term are being urged by the Public Health Agency (PHA) to get a vaccine that can help protect against meningitis and septicaemia.
The vaccine, which...
Stop smoking for good in 2017
16 January 2017
As we progress through January, many people who quit smoking as a New Year’s Resolution may be finding it tough to stay off tobacco, so the Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging people to make use of...
Aged 70 or 78? Remember to get your shingles vaccination
10 January 2017
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding all people aged 70 and 78 years old that they are eligible to receive the shingles vaccine.
The vaccine will help protect them against this common and...
Cook, cut and walk – top tips for Obesity Awareness Week
09 January 2017
This Obesity Awareness Week (9-15 January) the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging everyone to try to cook healthier recipes, cut out snacks and get a bit more active.
Stop smoking this New Year
14 December 2016
While many of us will be focusing on having a great time over the Christmas period, minds will soon be turning to New Year’s resolutions, and once again quitting smoking will be at the top of many...
Know your alcohol limits during the festive season
13 December 2016
With the Christmas party season in full swing the Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging people to be mindful of their alcohol intake.
The PHA’s Drugs and Alcohol lead Michael Owen said: “Christmas is...
Views sought on hospital eye services
12 December 2016
The Public Health Agency (PHA) and the Health and Social Care Board (HSCB) are urging those who have used a hospital eye care service in the past two years to share their experience through the 10,000...
Look after your mental health over the holidays
08 December 2016
In the run up to Christmas, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding people of the importance of looking after their own mental health and that of their family and friends over the holiday period.
C...It takes only seconds for a toddler to lose their life on a blind cord – make your home safe!
06 December 2016
The dangers associated with blind cords are being highlighted in a video being launched today [Tuesday 6 December] by the Public Health Agency (PHA), in association with local councils in Northern...