Tuberculosis (TB) has increased in Northern Ireland in recent years. Ahead of World TB Day on 24 March, the Public Health Agency (PHA) has released the latest figures which show that in 2013 in Northern Ireland there were 74* cases of TB reported. Despite this figure being down from 2012 when 87 cases were reported, tuberculosis is still proving a threat.

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is today highlighting the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer. This advice is being issued during Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, which runs throughout March.

Teachers from across Northern Ireland are celebrating exam success after completing a Diploma in Nutrition and Health. This week 14 teachers received their Diplomas at an event at Clotworthy House in Antrim. The Public Health Agency (PHA), in partnership with the Food Standards Agency for Northern Ireland (FSANI), offered Home Economics teachers in Northern Ireland the opportunity to obtain the Royal Society for Public Health Diploma in Nutrition and Health.

As the St Patrick’s Day weekend approaches and with many planning to celebrate with family and friends, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging people to be aware of their alcohol limits. The PHA is also emphasising the need to look after yourself, your friends and family should you choose to drink alcohol over the holiday.

A stunning and innovative exhibition of contemporary artwork by older people is opening at Duncairn Cultural Arts Centre on Wednesday 12 March at 3pm. ‘In Full Bloom’ will showcase art by older people from throughout Northern Ireland who, over the last three months, have had the opportunity to explore and experiment with different art forms as part of the Public Health Agency (PHA) and Arts Care ‘Here and Now’ festival of arts and older people.

This spring the ‘Living Willows for Shade’ sun safety project is getting underway at Primate Dixon Primary School in Coalisland. The Public Health Agency (PHA) and Cancer Focus initiative provides areas of shaded play for school children created from living willow trees.

This spring the ‘Living Willows for Shade’ sun safety project is getting underway at Drumachose Primary School in Limavady. The Public Health Agency (PHA) and Cancer Focus initiative provides areas of shaded play for school children created from living willow trees.

People with a learning disability are more likely to suffer from health inequalities than members of general population. The Public Health Agency (PHA), Health and Social Care Board (HSCB) and the University of Ulster have hosted a conference which has showcased the work that has been done to date to promote the health and wellbeing of people with a learning disability and demonstrate the commitment to address health and social wellbeing inequalities of people with a learning disability in the future.