Community and voluntary organisations are being encouraged by the Public Health Agency (PHA) to apply for a programme that can help tackle health inequalities in their local communities.

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Northern Ireland, so this Sun Awareness Week [11-17 May], the Public Health Agency (PHA) and Cancer Focus Northern Ireland are encouraging everyone to protect their skin from UV damage. 

The PHA has backed the World Health Organization’s (WHO) World Hygiene Day on 5th May as part of a global call to ensure proper hand hygiene in healthcare settings and everyday life, which can have lifesaving benefits.

Obesity is one of the most significant public health challenges facing Northern Ireland, with one in five children and over two thirds of adults living with overweight or obesity here.

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt today launched a new large scale and innovative engagement programme designed to establish a clear, shared, and credible deal between Northern Ireland’s citizens and the health and social care system.

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is marking Global Intergenerational Week (GIW) by celebrating the vital role that connections between generations play in improving health, wellbeing and community resilience across Northern Ireland.

The mum of a toddler who tragically died of meningitis is urging parents to get their children vaccinated against the strain which he contracted.

The Public Health Agency (PHA) has confirmed that the 2026 COVID-19 spring vaccination programme will get under way from Monday 20 April,