COVID-19: What is the situation in Northern Ireland?

What is the situation in Northern Ireland? From Sunday 19 April the Department of Health will be releasing the daily statistics on coronavirus (COVID-19) which will be available at www.health-ni.gov.uk The daily update from the Department of Health replaces the Daily Bulletin published by the PHA up to 19 April 2020. The Public Health Agency COVID-19 advice page can be found here. Previous surveillance reports can be found here. Information sources As this situation is rapidly changing the most up-to-date guidance can be found on the Public Health England website: www.gov.uk/government

Sexual health advice – who do you listen to?

Getting advice from reliable sources and not listening to unverifiable information is essential for our sexual health, the Public Health Agency (PHA) has said. During Sexual Health Week (14-21 February), the PHA is using the theme of ‘Sexual health information: who do you listen to?’ to encourage people to visit reliable health websites and talk to healthcare professionals for accurate information. Frances Dowds, Health and Social Wellbeing Improvement Manager at the PHA, said: “Your sexual health and wellbeing is important. Looking after it can have a positive impact on both your mental and

Live Better initiative: PHA evaluation summary

The aims of the evaluation were to describe the development and implementation of Live Better, assess the effectiveness of partnership working, examine barriers and facilitators to delivery, determine the impact of activities..

The aims of the evaluation were to describe the development and implementation of Live Better, assess the effectiveness of partnership working, examine barriers and facilitators to delivery, determine the impact of activities to pr

Live Better initiative: PHA recommendations

The PHA led on the planning, delivery and evaluation of the ‘Live Better’ initiative launched by the Minister for Health in July 2024. 

In September 2025, facilitated stakeholder feedback workshops were held to recognise work completed, shar

The PHA led on the planning, delivery and evaluation of the ‘Live Better’ initiative launched by the Minister for Health in July 2024.

Reducing the risk of sudden infant death: SIDS risk assessment tool for professionals

This risk assessment tool has been developed using the evidence base regarding sudden infant death and associated risk factors, can be used by midwives, family nurses, GPs, social care and health visitors.

This risk assessment tool has been developed using the evidence base regarding sudden infant death and associated risk factors, can be used by midwives, family nurses, GPs, social care and health visitors.

Children’s Mental Health Week: listen and support young people

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging parents, carers, schools and communities to play an active role in supporting children and young people during Children’s Mental Health Week (9-15 February). This year’s theme, “This is My Place,” highlights the importance of belonging and connection for mental wellbeing with families, schools and communities encouraged to create inclusive and nurturing environments where children and young people feel they belong. Having a safe and supportive environment is essential for emotional resilience and the PHA is encouraging everyone to take steps that help

Promoting safer sleeping for infants and reducing the risk of sudden infant death: guidance for professionals

This guidance includes current evidence-based advice that should be discussed with parents/carers when addressing safer sleeping. It aims to provide health practitioners with information that promotes standardised practice.

This guidance includes current evidence-based advice that should be discussed with parents/carers when addressing safer sleeping. It aims to provide health practitioners with information that promotes

Be more aware of your body this World Cancer Day

This World Cancer Day (Wednesday 4 February) the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging people to be more aware of their bodies and to contact their GP if something doesn’t feel right. Cancer is a common condition. It is estimated that around 1-in-2 of us will develop some form of cancer in our lifetime and being aware of changes to our body can help earlier diagnosis and help improve chances of successful treatment. Dr Louise Herron, Deputy Director of Public Health at the PHA, said: “Everyone knows what feels ‘normal’ for them and it’s important to be aware of any changes in your body
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