HSC campaign urges everyone to prioritise workplace mental health

The Public Health Agency (PHA) and Health and Social Care (HSC) organisations have launched this year’s HSC mental health and emotional wellbeing campaign urging people to prioritise workplace mental health. Between now and World Mental Health Day on 10 October the five local HSC Trusts, the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service (NIAS) and the PHA are encouraging people to take 10 minutes for mental health self-care using the ‘Take 5 steps to wellbeing’. Fiona Teague, Regional Lead for Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing at the PHA, said: “No matter the workplace environment you are in, whether

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) immunisation programme for older adults: factsheet for healthcare practitioners

This factsheet for health professionals provides details of the immunisation programme for older adults which aims to protect them against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

This factsheet for health professionals provides details of the immunisation programme for older adults which aims to protect them against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) maternal immunisation programme for infant protection: factsheet for healthcare practitioners

This factsheet for health professionals provides details of the immunisation programme for pregnant women which aims to protect their newborn babies against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

This factsheet for health professionals provides details of the immunisation programme for pregnant women which aims to protect their newborn babies against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

Urology Awareness Month: be aware of the signs and symptoms of cancers relating to the urinary and reproductive systems

During Urology Awareness Month (September) the Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding people to be aware of the signs and symptoms of cancers relating to the urinary and reproductive systems including bladder, kidney, prostate and testicular cancer. Dr Louise Herron, Consultant in Service Development and Screening at the PHA said: “It’s important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of cancer relating to the urinary and reproductive systems. Some are more common than others and risk will depend on your age and stage of life. Spotting cancer early could make a huge difference. The earlier a

The Northern Ireland Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening Programme: FAQs

This factsheet provides answers to frequently asked questions about the Northern Ireland Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening Programme.

This factsheet provides answers to frequently asked questions about the Northern Ireland Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening Programme.

Celebrating Swallow Aware campaign partnership

The Public Health Agency (PHA), Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and Hospitality Ulster welcomed Nick Hewer, President of RCSLT, to Brain Injury Matters to celebrate with all those who contributed to the resources designed for the recent Swallow Aware campaign. The campaign aims to improve the lives of people with dysphagia – the medical term for eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties* – enabling them to not only eat out but to connect, interact and to enhance their mental wellbeing. The PHA and Hospitality Ulster worked in partnership with people living with

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccination programme launches in Northern Ireland

As the new life-saving Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccination programme aimed at protecting newborns and older adults launches in Northern Ireland the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging those eligible to get vaccinated when invited. RSV is a common and highly infectious respiratory virus that affects the breathing system, particularly in young children and older adults. RSV infections often lead to mild cold-like symptoms, but in some cases, especially in infants and individuals with compromised immune systems, it can cause severe respiratory issues and hospitalisation. From the

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Tender No: 4352378

Name of Contract:  Community Based Psychological Intervention and Support Services for People who Self-Harm including support for their Family / Carer / Support Person

Organisations awarded:

  • Lot 1 – Belfast (ASCERT
  • Lot 2 – Northern ASCERT)
  • Lot 3 – South (Inspire Well-being)
  • Lot 4 – South East (Inspire Well-being)
  • Lot 5 – Western (Zest Healing the Hurt)

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HPV vaccine helps protect against some types of cancers

With the beginning of a new school year approaching, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding parents of children who will be entering year 9 that they will be offered the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine during the school year. The HPV vaccine helps to prevent HPV-related cancers from developing in young people. While most types of HPV are harmless, some high-risk types can lead to the development of cancers, including cervical cancer, cancers of the head and neck (mouth and throat) and cancers of the anus and genital areas. Both boys and girls in year 9 are offered a single dose of the

Your guide to the RSV vaccine for older adults

This information leaflet describes how you can help protect yourself from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) by having the vaccine if you are eligible.

This information leaflet describes how you can help protect yourself from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) by having the vaccine if you are eligible.

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