Commissioning Plan 2013/14

This Commissioning Plan describes the actions that will be taken across health and social care during 2013/14 to ensure continued improvement in the health and wellbeing of the people of Northern Ireland. The Plan, developed in partnership by the Health and Social Care Board and the Public Health Agency, responds the Commissioning Plan Direction published by the Minister for Health, Social Services and Public Safety on the 28 of January 2013. In doing so, it outlines a range of actions that have been developed in partnership with patients and the public which are driven by need, clear goals and budgetary transparency.

This Commissioning Plan describes the actions that will be taken across health and social care during 2013/14 to ensure continued improvement in the health and wellbeing of the people of Northern Ireland.

C.difficle surveillance report 1 April 2013 to 30 June 2013

C.difficle surveillance report quarter ending 1 April 2013 to 30 June 2013

S. aureus surveillance report quarter ending 1 April 2013 to 30 June 2013

S. aureus surveillance report quarter ending 1 April 2013 to 30 June 2013

PHA warning – drugs on our streets more unpredictable than ever

As the glorious summer of 2013 continues and people from across Northern Ireland are heading out to celebrate the good weather with live music at festivals and concerts, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is warning about the dangers of taking drugs. The PHA is stressing that the only way to avoid all risks is to not take any drugs which are not prescribed for you. However, if you do decide to take drugs, there are a few guidelines which can help reduce the risk to your health and life. These include not mixing drugs with alcohol or other drugs and taking small amounts slowly.

Policy for annual leave/ leave of absence cover for the Local Supervising Authority Midwifery Officer (LSAMO)

This guideline relating to cover for the absence of the LSAMO for annual leave covers the period from 2012-2015.

The policy sets out the arrangements to be put in place for cover for the LSAMO role and the contact details.

Exam celebrations – take time to talk to your young people

With thousands of young people due to receive their exam results, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging parents to talk to their children about the risks associated with drinking and taking drugs. Exam results are a huge milestone for young people and many will go out socialising with friends after they receive their results. Owen O’Neill, the PHA’s Regional Lead on Alcohol and Drugs, said that parents’ attitudes and behaviours in relation to alcohol and drugs have a strong influence on their children:
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