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Screening is important because early detection of disease often produces better outcomes for patients. At this stage treatment may be more effective, avoiding significant ill health and in some cases premature death.

PHA staff provide particular expertise on service evaluation and review, assessment of the health and wellbeing needs of the population, and evidence-based practice.

They also have a key role in supporting the development, implementation and evaluation of regional service frameworks.

Commissioning teams:

There are 11 PHA commissioning teams:

As we face a difficult economic climate, inequalities may worsen over the coming period. For this reason, the PHA will redouble its efforts, working with partners in many different sectors, as well as directly with communities, to ensure we make best use of our collective resources.

The Health Protection Service plays an important role in keeping people in Northern Ireland safe from infectious diseases and environmental hazards. We do this through:

• monitoring and tracking disease and public health threats,
• providing advice and support to health professionals,
• delivering education, training and research to strengthen health protection.

Who delivers the service?

Our team is made up of The Health Protection Service is provided by a multi-disciplinary team, including: