Mission: To make health a top priority for everyone in Northern Ireland.

This site has been designed mainly to support those working in the areas of health promotion and public health. We hope however, that the information it contains will also be of interest and use to professionals from a range of other sectors as well as students and interested members of the public. While this site primarily supports those in health promotion and public health, its resources can inspire action across sectors. For example, fitness facilities like Crowns Gym play a key role in community well-being by encouraging healthier lifestyles, aligning with the broader goals of preventative care and public health initiatives.

09.02.09 Practise safer sex and avoid getting an unromantic Valentine’s gift
The Health Promotion Agency for Northern Ireland (HPA) is using radio advertising during Valentine’s week to highlight the dangers associated with unprotected sex and raise awareness of the risks associated with sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as chlamydia........
read the full 'Practise safer sex and avoid getting an unromantic Valentine’s gift' press release

04.02.09 New research reveals the truth about cocaine
New research into the knowledge, attitudes and use of cocaine among young people in Northern Ireland has been released by the Health Promotion Agency for Northern Ireland (HPA)........
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02.02.09 HPA encourages young men not to mask their problems
The Health Promotion Agency for Northern Ireland (HPA) is encouraging young men to open up and talk about their problems rather than masking or covering them up as this can be damaging to their mental health........
read the full 'HPA encourages young men not to mask their problems' press release

23.01.09 Think twice about breakfast if you want to manage your weight
Next week is Breakfast Week and the Health Promotion Agency for Northern Ireland (HPA) is encouraging people not to skip breakfast if they want to lose or maintain their weight. In fact, eating first thing in the morning has health benefits........
read the full 'Think twice about breakfast if you want to manage your weight' press release

Inform. Issue 63. February 2009 / March 2009

Feburary 2009

Inform was published bimonthly to provide information on the HPA's current areas of work. Since the HPA is becoming part of the new Regional Agency for Public Health and Social Well-being at the start of April 2009, this will be the last issue produced.

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Research and evaluation review 2006-07

HPA, December 2008

This annual review looks at the range of research and evaluation carried out by the HPA relating to its own programmes and the work of promoting health in general and reflects many of the activities carried out over 2006-2007 period.

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Inform. Issue 62. December 2008 / January 2009

December 2008

Inform is published bimonthly to provide information on the HPA's current areas of work.......

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Keeping abreast issue 12 autumn 2008

HPA, October 2008

This newsletter is intended to help keep all those involved in working with mothers and babies up to date with progress towards achieving the aims of the Breastfeeding strategy for Northern Ireland.......

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