Clean your hands while on days out with the family

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding everyone of the need to clean your hands thoroughly and regularly on days out with the family. The call comes on the World Health Organization’s World Hand Hygiene Day [5 May], which this year highlights how good hand hygiene can help prevent infection. Alison Griffiths, Senior Health Protection Nurse at the PHA, said: “The summer months are a great time for day trips, but we want people to have pleasant memories, so by following a few simple hygiene tips, you can have a fantastic time and stay well.

10,000 Voices Report - Hospital Eye Care Services

We are pleased to present the regional report on the findings in relation toHospital Eye Care Services, which is one of a number of work streams onthe current 10,000 MORE Voices work plan.

Set yourself a challenge this Walking Month

May is Walking Month and the Public Health Agency (PHA) is setting everyone a challenge to count their steps and then try to do a bit more. There are many health benefits of walking and adding a brisk pace to your step can help you feel good, reduce anxiety, help manage your weight, reduce blood pressure and help you sleep better. It is also very enjoyable and a good opportunity to socialise, which is also good for health.

Dementia and sight loss

This leaflet has useful information on sight loss for anyone with a dementia.You may also find this leaflet helpful if you are caring for someone with a dementia.

 

A Picture of Health

This report outlines the key findings of the recent health needs assessment carried out across Northern Ireland. The aim of the study was to provide baseline information on the health needs, barriers to accessing current services, and the care pathways that exist for those experiencing homelessness across NI. The study sought the views of those receiving support (‘clients’) and those providing that support (‘providers’) on a number of health and well-being indicators.

This report outlines the key findings of the recent health needs assessment carried out across Northern Ireland. The aim of the study was to provide baseline information on the health needs, barriers to accessing current services, and the care pathways that exist for those experiencing homelessness across NI. The study sought the views of those receiving support (‘clients’) and those providing that support (‘providers’) on a number of health and well-being indicators.

Northern Ireland setting the health systems research agenda

Over 70 health and research professionals came together for a workshop on Tuesday 17 April to make sure Northern Ireland actively contributes to setting the health systems research agenda for the coming years, both at home and abroad. This ‘National Round Table Consultation’ was organised by the Research and Development Division of the Public Health Agency (HSC R&D, PHA) at Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey, with the support of TO-REACH, a European consortium of 28 partners from throughout Europe and beyond, including funding bodies, policy makers and researchers.

Scarlet fever

What is scarlet fever? Scarlet fever is a common childhood infection caused by Streptococcus pyogenes (also known as group A Streptococcus [GAS]). These bacteria may be found on the skin, throat and other sites where they can live without causing problems. Under some circumstances GAS can cause non-invasive infections such as pharyngitis, impetigo and scarlet fever. On rare occasions they can cause severe disease, including streptococcal toxic shock syndrome, necrotising fasciitis, and septicaemia.
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