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Sunscreen is one holiday essential that often gets left behind when people pack for a winter holiday, so the Public Health Agency (PHA) and Cancer Focus Northern Ireland are reminding travellers not...

With colder weather forecast for the next few days, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is advising everyone to look after themselves and their neighbours during the cold snap.
While a frosty morning can be...

With 60% of adults in Northern Ireland either overweight or obese, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging people to spot the signs that they may be inching towards bad health.

Measuring up is a...

The Public Health Agency is advising everyone to be aware of carbon monoxide poisoning. This is particularly relevant when clearing up after flooding as there is a serious danger posed by carbon...

The damaging impact of smoking is being highlighted in Northern Ireland’s new campaign to tackle smoking prevalence, which is being launched today [29 December] by the Public Health Agency (PHA).

Sa...

With the Christmas party season in full swing the Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging people to be mindful of their alcohol intake at this time.

People across Northern Ireland are looking forward to...

First-time university students are being encouraged by the Public Health Agency (PHA) to get the meningococcal vaccine if they haven’t already done so.

The new vaccine, which became available in August...

Belfast International Airport has become the latest venue to sign up to the Public Health Agency’s (PHA) Breastfeeding Welcome Here scheme.

The initiative, which aims to help breastfeeding mums feel...

As Christmas approaches, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging people to look after their mental health and that of their loved ones over the holiday period. 
Christmas is traditionally viewed...

A reminder has been issued by the Public Health Agency (PHA) for all people in “at risk” groups to get the winter flu vaccine, with a warning about the deadly dangers associated with catching the flu...