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New Government research identifies clear links between loneliness and mental health distress
New research published today by the Government has identified direct links between chronic loneliness and mental health distress. The...
Jun 12, 2022


UK Health Security Agency continue to investigate rise of hepatitis cases in children
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is continuing to investigate and confirm cases of sudden onset hepatitis in children aged 10 and...
Jun 9, 2022


Local woman on a mission to bring colour back into the lives of our children
Ballymena native and Child Psychotherapist, Eileen Russell, has watched with growing concern as the number of children struggling with...
Jun 8, 2022


GP services in Carnlough only funded for two half days weekly for 2,400 patients
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council will write to Health Minister Robin Swann to demand the reinstatement of fully-funded GP services in...
Jun 7, 2022


Health Minister congratulates Health staff on Birthday Honours
Health Minister Robin Swann has paid tribute to health and social care staff recognised in the 2022 Jubilee Birthday Honours. The...
Jun 2, 2022


PHA issues advice as monkeypox cases continue to increase in UK
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) continue to detect additional cases of monkeypox across the UK, with the total number of confirmed...
May 31, 2022


NI RoSPA campaign launched warning of ingestion dangers in the home
Following the success of the Safe and Secure campaign launch in April, The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA)...
May 29, 2022


NI Weekly Covid Update | Sunday 29 May 2022
Northern Ireland Department of Health have published the latest data on COVID-19, with modelled positivity estimates for NI for the week...
May 29, 2022


Concern as no increase in ‘ambulances rocking up’ at hospitals but turnaround taking longer
Concern over the “turnaround” of ambulances at Northern Trust hospitals was reiterated at a meeting of the Northern Health and Social...
May 29, 2022


People with disabilities can now enjoy beach thanks to Charity’s Sport NI campaign
It was a special moment for many of the families gathered at the beautiful Portstewart Strand yesterday (May 26) as they enjoyed the...
May 27, 2022


Health Minister welcomes plan to rebuild clinical research
Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed plans to rebuild levels of clinical research paused as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. In...
May 26, 2022


PHA confirm first case of monkeypox in Northern Ireland
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is today [Thursday 26 May] confirming that a case of monkeypox has been identified in Northern Ireland....
May 26, 2022


EVERYONE welcome | Mae Murray Foundation create Inclusive Beach at Portstewart Strand
Portstewart Strand is the next Inclusive Beach in Northern Ireland, thanks to work carried out by charity Mae Murray Foundation in...
May 26, 2022


Health Minister announces further initiatives to tackle waiting lists in NI
Health Minister Robin Swann has today spelt out a range of important initiatives to treat more patients on hospital waiting lists. These...
May 25, 2022


Health Minister announces further action taken to improve supply of HRT
Health Minister Robin Swann has taken additional steps to help women access vital medicines safely and effectively. The Minister has...
May 24, 2022


PHA | Turning 75 in June? You’re now eligible for the COVID-19 spring booster
The COVID-19 spring booster vaccination programme will shortly be coming to an end, but the opportunity has now arisen for those who will...
May 24, 2022


No confirmed cases of monkeypox in NI - PHA update
There are no confirmed cases of monkeypox in Northern Ireland. The Public Health Agency (PHA) is aware of the cases of monkeypox in...
May 23, 2022


1 in 5 people with dementia in NI battle symptoms for over 2 years before getting a diagnosis
New Alzheimer’s Society research revealed at launch of Dementia Action Week reveals confusing symptoms with old age is one of the main...
May 22, 2022


NI DAILY COVID UPDATE | Friday 20 May 2022
The Department of Health has published the daily updated figures for Covid-19 in Northern Ireland. 🟢 262 new positive cases (-1) 🟢 7...
May 20, 2022


Co Antrim woman awarded by PM after founding mental health and suicide prevention charity
County Antrim woman, Carlee Letson, was recently recognised for her work in the local community when she received a Prime Minister’s...
May 20, 2022
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