During adverse weather many people can experience a range of situations associated with the extreme weather such as cold and freezing temperatures, no electricity or mains water and flooding. The Public Health Agency (PHA) has compiled public health information to assist the public in these situations. Click here for public health information.

Flooding has affected a number of areas in Belfast and Lisburn causing disruption and the Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding people of the potential public health risks associated with flash flooding.

With more snow forecast for Co Down today and tomorrow the Public Health Agency is advising everyone to look after themselves and others during the March cold spell. Vulnerable and elderly people can find it difficult to get out to the shops or to keep their house adequately heated during the cold weather. The PHA is encouraging everyone to watch out for neighbours, friends and those who may be more vulnerable during severe weather and check that they are ok. The following advice can help you or a neighbour keep warm at home:

With the unexpected cold weather set to continue until the weekend, the Public Health Agency is advising everyone to be aware of carbon monoxide poisoning from lit fires. We would also urge the public to check that the fuel source elderly neighbours are using is safe. CO poisoning can be fatal and affect anyone. However, children, older people, pregnant women and people with heart or breathing problems are more vulnerable to its effects.

The eighth annual Public Health Agency (PHA) media awards run by the Western Investing for Health Partnership which honour media students for their understanding of public health issues have been held in Derry-Londonderry. The awards were presented by Mark Simpson from the BBC at a ceremony held in Waterside Theatre. Students from colleges and universities were invited to submit articles and pictures on a current health issue.

Spring has barely sprung, with snow enveloping Northern Ireland over the past week, but with longer days and an extra hour of brightness in the evening with the clocks going forward on Easter Sunday [March 31], the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging people of all ages to use the opportunity to get active as the weather improves.

Teachers from across Northern Ireland are celebrating their exam success after recently completing a Diploma in Nutrition and Health. Seventeen teachers received their Diplomas at an event at the Lisburn Island Civic Centre on Tuesday March 19.