What we do
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is responsible for providing health protection and health and social wellbeing improvement to every member of every community in Northern Ireland. We are committed to addressing the causes and associated inequalities of preventable ill-health and lack of wellbeing.
The Public Health Agency was established in April 2009 as part of the reforms to Health and Social Care (HSC) in Northern Ireland. We are a multi-disciplinary, multi-professional body with a strong regional and local presence.
Directorates
The PHA operates under a framework of three functional areas: Public Health, Nursing and Allied Health Professionals, and Operations, in order to carry out our mandate to safeguard public health, promote public health and social welfare, and reduce inequalities in health and social wellbeing. Our corporate and business plans reflect these arrangements and our purpose as an organisation. Access our Directorates and Service Areas here
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Linking generations to help combat loneliness, ageism and share skills
- NewsToday is the start of Global Intergenerational Week (24-30 April) which aims to support the growth of links between young and older people to have a positive impact on health and wellbeing. Involving over 15 countries, the week aims to promote -
Immunisation should remain a top priority for parents
- NewsThis World Immunisation Week [24-30 April] the Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding parents that vaccination should remain a priority, particularly in light of the increase in whooping cough and measles cases. World Immunisation Week aims to -
Get creative with World Immunisation Week competition
- NewsTo mark this year’s World Immunisation Week the Public Health Agency (PHA) has launched a digital creator and poster competition for aspiring creatives from primary pupils to college/university students. World Immunisation Week is celebrated on 24-30
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