Nursing (AHP) is part of the Nursing and Allied Health Professionals Directorate, led by Mary Hinds.
Pat Cullen is the Assistant Director of Nursing, Safety Quality and Patient Experience.

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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.

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 a vital role in protecting the population from infections and environmental hazards. This is done through:

• surveillance and monitoring of diseases and public health risks,
• operational support and advice for health professionals,
• education, training and research to improve health protection strategies.

Who delivers the service?

The Health Protection Service is provided by a multi-disciplinary team, including: