Probable case of meningococcal disease being investigated at school in Belfast Meningococcal disease can cause meningitis The Independent UK · Mar 18
Probable case of meningococcal disease being investigated at Belfast school The PHA said the case is not linked to the ongoing meningitis outbreak in England, which has claimed the lives of two young people. Evening Standard · Mar 18
Six million Australians to lose cover at scores of private hospitals amid health insurance funding row Healthscope to rip up contracts with Bupa and Australian Health Services Alliance in fight over extra fee The Guardian - AU · Nov 22, 2024
Wisconsin Sorority Breaks The Internet By Dancing To ‘Jenny From The Block’ In PJs "These girls are on fire!" The post Wisconsin Sorority Breaks The Internet By Dancing To ‘Jenny From The Block’ In PJs first appeared on Bored Panda. Bored Panda · Sep 5, 2024
University of Maryland halts fraternity and sorority events amid hazing worries College announces new member activities are suspended pending investigation of possible activities that threatened people’s safety The Guardian - US · Mar 3, 2024
Bike week: Health agency urges public to 'get back in the saddle' "If you’re nervous about getting started, don’t do it alone" Belfast Live · Jun 5, 2023
Smear test: Woman slams 16 week wait for results in NI "The delay could mean any woman who finds out she has cells that could become cancerous has to wait so long to find out, never mind get treatment. It’s just not good enough" Belfast Live · Apr 29, 2023
Who is eligible for a Covid booster as people urged to get a jab now Northern Ireland's latest vaccination round began this week ahead of any potential Covid wave over the summer months Belfast Live · Apr 14, 2023
Northern Ireland new model of care for pregnant women launching The new model, which will see women receive support from the same midwifery team during pregnancy, birth and in the early days after birth, is being rolled out across all HSC Trusts Belfast Live · Apr 12, 2023
Glasgow tenants protest over plans to raise rent by 7% after rent freeze is lifted A protest was held outside Partick Housing Association's offices in response to their plans to increase rents by 7%. Living Rent members claim they haven't been consulted on the decision. Glasgow Live · Mar 31, 2023
On the brink of eviction, one Philadelphia mother applied for assistance. But getting it could take years Kimberly Clark has lived in the same Southwest Philadelphia house, on the same block, with some of the same neighbors for 24 years. The Philadelphia Inquirer · Mar 21, 2023
How a water crisis catalyzed Cape Town Between 2016 and 2018 Cape Town experienced the real possibility of "Day Zero," the day when the taps would run dry Salon · Feb 24, 2023
Cape Town's 'Day Zero' threat concentrated minds: an activist group used the moment to secure environmental victories Major cities across the world are being increasingly plagued by severe water shortages. From Bangalore, India to São Paulo, Brazil and even Beijing, China, cities are at risk of drought in the near future. The Conversation · Feb 9, 2023
Breast cancer screening 'saved Co Armagh woman's breasts and life' "Thirty minutes out of your life could actually save your breasts and your life." Belfast Live · Feb 9, 2023
Belfast Live · Feb 5, 2023 PHA consultation on suicide bereavement services seeking opinions The consultation launched in January but runs until April.
Belfast Live · Jan 26, 2023 Smear tests Northern Ireland: Important advice issued on cervical screening Between 2016 and 2020 in NI there was an average of 81 people diagnosed with cervical cancer each year
Belfast Live · Jan 16, 2023 Public Health Agency launches consultation on services for those bereaved by suicide "Given the impact that suicide has on families and communities, the PHA recognises how important it is to regularly review services that are in place to provide support"
Belfast Live · Jan 6, 2023 NI pharmacies facing shortage of cough and cold medicines amid high levels of winter illness Pharmacies are struggling to get hold of cough and cold medicines
Belfast Live · Jan 3, 2023 NI Scarlet Fever cases continue to rise as PHA issues statement "If your child is unwell and has a fever, they should stay home from school or nursery until they feel better and the fever has resolved"
Belfast Live · Dec 25, 2022 How to look after your mental health this Christmas season The Public Health Agency have offered some advice
The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2022 Pat Cullen: Who is the former nurse and RCN chief leading the NHS strike? Union leader grew up in Northern Ireland and was inspired to enter profession by sister’s example
The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2022 Pat Cullen: Who is the former nurse and RCN chief leading the NHS strike? Union leader grew up in Northern Ireland and was inspired to enter profession by sister’s example
Belfast Live · Dec 12, 2022 Strep A: Antibiotic deliveries to NI pharmacies being accelerated amid reports of low supplies A number of chemists have reported difficulties obtaining amoxicillin and penicillin as concern over infection grows
Belfast Live · Dec 10, 2022 Dundonald family celebrate 'gift of life' two years after daughter's transplant Ellie McConville's life was saved following a live transplant at 10 months old
Belfast Live · Dec 9, 2022 Scarlet fever cases confirmed at Derry primary school as Public Health Agency issue statement There has been a rise in cases