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We are the regional organisation in Northern Ireland for health improvement and health protection. Account not monitored 24/7. https://t.co/EE1G2jsvl1

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The safest place for your baby to sleep is on their back in a moses basket or cot in the same room as you for the first six months, even during the day šŸ‘¶šŸ’¤

Find out more at: pha.site/SaferSleep

The safest place for your baby to sleep is on their back in a moses basket or cot in the same room as you for the first six months, even during the day šŸ‘¶šŸ’¤ Find out more at: pha.site/SaferSleep
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Meningococcal infection can be life threatening. The PHA is calling for people to make themselves aware of the all signs and symptoms of the condition, as a rash is not the only sign.
pha.site/meningitis-nidā€¦

Meningococcal infection can be life threatening. The PHA is calling for people to make themselves aware of the all signs and symptoms of the condition, as a rash is not the only sign. pha.site/meningitis-nidā€¦ #meningitis
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Remember to accept your invite and attend your cervical screening test as it could be life-saving. The screening test can determine whether you have HPV and changes in your cells that could go on to develop into cancer. For more info, visit pha.site/CervicalScreenā€¦

Remember to accept your invite and attend your cervical screening test as it could be life-saving. The screening test can determine whether you have HPV and changes in your cells that could go on to develop into cancer. For more info, visit pha.site/CervicalScreenā€¦
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Please take extra care on the roads as there may be fallen trees & flying debris as a result of the Met Office - Northern Ireland weather warning for wind in place until 3pm today.

Advice & info: Trafficwatch NI & nidirect

Report an obstruction on a road or street: nidirect.gov.uk/services/reporā€¦

Please take extra care on the roads as there may be fallen trees & flying debris as a result of the @metofficeNI weather warning for wind in place until 3pm today. Advice & info: @TrafficwatchNI & @nidirect Report an obstruction on a road or street: nidirect.gov.uk/services/reporā€¦
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Christmas is a great time to relax with friends and family so donā€™t let ruin a good time.

Follow these tips for safer drinking and find out more about the effects of alcohol on the body and its impact on you and those around you at DrugsAndAlcoholNI.info

NIDACTS

Christmas is a great time to relax with friends and family so donā€™t let #alcohol ruin a good time. Follow these tips for safer drinking and find out more about the effects of alcohol on the body and its impact on you and those around you at DrugsAndAlcoholNI.info @NIDACTS
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With significant pressures on services, itā€™s important that you choose the most appropriate service for your needs.

For information on how to access health and social care services over the festive period āž”ļøhealth-ni.gov.uk/news/health-anā€¦

With significant pressures on services, itā€™s important that you choose the most appropriate service for your needs. For information on how to access health and social care services over the festive period āž”ļøhealth-ni.gov.uk/news/health-anā€¦
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Dysphagia can affect a wide range of people and can lead to a risk of choking, or even death.

Please check with a member of staff in a care setting before gifting any food or drink. Info at pha.site/DysphagiaFestiā€¦ South Eastern Trust Belfast Trust Northern Trust Western Trust šŸŽ„ Southern Trust

Dysphagia can affect a wide range of people and can lead to a risk of choking, or even death. Please check with a member of staff in a care setting before gifting any food or drink. Info at pha.site/DysphagiaFestiā€¦ @setrust @BelfastTrust @NHSCTrust @WesternHSCTrust @SouthernHSCT
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It is important to top up your protection, even if you have had a vaccine or been ill with flu or COVID-19 before, as immunity fades over time and flu and COVID-19 viruses change each year. šŸ¦ 
nidirect.gov.uk/wintervaccines

It is important to top up your protection, even if you have had a vaccine or been ill with flu or COVID-19 before, as immunity fades over time and flu and COVID-19 viruses change each year. šŸ¦  nidirect.gov.uk/wintervaccines #AutumnWinterVaccines
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Protect others from norovirus ā€“ wash your hands regularly with soap and warm water
šŸš½ After going to the toilet
šŸ„— Before you prepare any food
Alcohol gels wonā€™t kill norovirus, so keep washing your hands!
More info pha.site/norovirus

Protect others from norovirus ā€“ wash your hands regularly with soap and warm water šŸš½ After going to the toilet šŸ„— Before you prepare any food Alcohol gels wonā€™t kill norovirus, so keep washing your hands! More info pha.site/norovirus #StopNorovirus
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As we get ready for the festivities, remember to incorporate some physical activity into your routine this Christmas. Why not go on a festive walk with a friend or get the dancing shoes on and go for a boogie!

For tips and advice on getting active, visit ChooseToLiveBetter.com

As we get ready for the festivities, remember to incorporate some physical activity into your routine this Christmas. Why not go on a festive walk with a friend or get the dancing shoes on and go for a boogie! For tips and advice on getting active, visit ChooseToLiveBetter.com
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How much is enough? You can get advice on how much food you can start giving your baby by checking out the latest video from Public Health Dietitians Group as part of their fantastic weaning series ā€“ pha.site/Weaning5

How much is enough? You can get advice on how much food you can start giving your baby by checking out the latest video from Public Health Dietitians Group as part of their fantastic weaning series ā€“ pha.site/Weaning5
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Following a rise in measles cases in England, the PHA is reminding everyone that if youā€™re planning on travelling this festive period to make sure you and your loved ones are up-to-date with your MMR vaccination.
Read more pha.site/mmr-christmas

Following a rise in measles cases in England, the PHA is reminding everyone that if youā€™re planning on travelling this festive period to make sure you and your loved ones are up-to-date with your MMR vaccination. Read more pha.site/mmr-christmas #MMR #measles
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We have introduced the full primary HPV testing pathway in Northern Ireland as part of the cervical screening programme.

Check out this video from Jo's Cervical Cancer Trust on what to expect at your screening appointment and how your sample will be tested for HPV.

youtu.be/4lAtZRW1vbw

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Don't Let Your Protection Fade - it's not too late
Those that have not yet received their vaccinations are encouraged to come forward and make an appointment.

pha.site/its-not-too-laā€¦

#wintervaccines Don't Let Your Protection Fade - it's not too late Those that have not yet received their vaccinations are encouraged to come forward and make an appointment. pha.site/its-not-too-laā€¦
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Taking a bit of time to appreciate whatā€™s around you can improve your mood šŸ˜Š

Itā€™s one of the ā€˜Take 5ā€™ steps to wellbeing.

Find out more at your Living Well community pharmacy or at: pha.site/living-well

Taking a bit of time to appreciate whatā€™s around you can improve your mood šŸ˜Š Itā€™s one of the ā€˜Take 5ā€™ steps to wellbeing. Find out more at your Living Well community pharmacy or at: pha.site/living-well
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It is important to top up your protection, even if you have had a vaccine or been ill with flu or COVID-19 before, as immunity fades over time and flu and COVID-19 viruses change each year. šŸ¦ 
nidirect.gov.uk/wintervaccines

It is important to top up your protection, even if you have had a vaccine or been ill with flu or COVID-19 before, as immunity fades over time and flu and COVID-19 viruses change each year. šŸ¦  nidirect.gov.uk/wintervaccines #AutumnWinterVaccines
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We all have a role in supporting breastfeeding mums and creating a supportive environment makes continuing to breastfeed more likely. Check out some ways you can support a breastfeeding mum this Christmas.

To find out more, visit breastfedbabies.org

We all have a role in supporting breastfeeding mums and creating a supportive environment makes continuing to breastfeed more likely. Check out some ways you can support a breastfeeding mum this Christmas. To find out more, visit breastfedbabies.org
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With Christmas fast approaching, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging eligible people to take up the offer of the free COVID-19 and flu vaccines as soon as possible to top up their protection.
nidirect.gov.uk/wintervaccines

#wintervaccines With Christmas fast approaching, the Public Health Agency (PHA) is encouraging eligible people to take up the offer of the free COVID-19 and flu vaccines as soon as possible to top up their protection. nidirect.gov.uk/wintervaccines
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Every weaning journey is different.
To find out ways you can choose to feed your baby, check out the next video as part of the Public Health Dietitians Group weaning series at the link below.
pha.site/Weaning4

Every weaning journey is different. To find out ways you can choose to feed your baby, check out the next video as part of the Public Health Dietitians Group weaning series at the link below. pha.site/Weaning4
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Thereā€™s just one day left to apply for the Move More and Eat Well funding scheme. Up to Ā£2,500 is available for projects focusing on promoting physical activity and eating well. To apply, visit pha.site/MMEW

Applications close tomorrow at 12 noon.

@belfastcitycouncil

Thereā€™s just one day left to apply for the Move More and Eat Well funding scheme. Up to Ā£2,500 is available for projects focusing on promoting physical activity and eating well. To apply, visit pha.site/MMEW Applications close tomorrow at 12 noon. @belfastcitycouncil
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