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Swann welcomes response to cancer strategy consultation
Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed the response to the recent consultation on Northern Ireland’s draft cancer strategy which he says will be
Public Appointments Newsletter
In these newsletters you'll find a comprehensive list both of current andupcoming vacancies on the Boards of statutory organisationsresponsible
‘We will weather this out’ – Chief Medical Officer
Chief Medical Officer Dr Michael McBride is urging everyone to look after their mental health and wellbeing this winter, while also reminding people
Safety and quality
Policy and Guidance for Improving the Safety and Quality of Health and Social Care Services including best practice guidance, service frameworks,
Minister welcomes Rapid Learning Initiative report on care home pandemic experiences
Care homes remain at the front line of our battle against Covid-19, Health Minister Robin Swann has emphasised.
DoH Information Access
Guidance on how to find out about information held by the Department of Health.
GP-led Care Working Group to be established
Health Minister Simon Hamilton today announced the creation of a cross-cutting working group to look at the issues facing GP-led primary care
Minister makes major step towards soft opt-out for organ donation
Health Minister Robin Swann has announced his intention to hold a consultation on a move towards introducing a soft opt-out system for organ donation
Major financial boost for Organ Donation
The Department of Health has published a new policy which will see a £250,000 programme of coordinated activities put in place to increase organ
Positive response to HSC Workforce Appeal
A drive to boost Northern Ireland’s health and social care workforce during the Covid-19 pandemic is receiving a really positive response, Minister
Message from DoH Director of Communications David Gordon
DoH Director of Communications David Gordon gives an insight into the problems faced by the health and social care system in Northern Ireland and
Emergency care waiting time statistics (October – December 2023)
The Department of Health (DoH) today published statistics on the time spent in emergency care departments (ED) throughout Northern Ireland during the
Emergency Care Waiting Time Statistics (January - March 2024)
The Department of Health (DoH) today published statistics on the time spent in emergency care departments (ED) throughout Northern Ireland during the
NI’s vaccine numbers climb past 220,000
The number of Covid-19 vaccines administered in Northern Ireland has passed the 220,000 mark.
Swann encourages public to respond to Duty of Candour consultation
Health Minister Robin Swann, has extended the deadline to allow for more key stakeholders and members of the public to respond to a consultation on a
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is an important public health issue because it promotes health, prevents disease and helps contribute to reducing health inequalities.
Minister comments on 14 COVID deaths
Health Minister Robin Swann has expressed his deep sadness at the news that 14 further COVID-related deaths have been reported in Northern Ireland
DoH statement on RCN ballot result
The Department of Health acknowledges the outcome of the RCN ballot on industrial action. GMB members working in the NI health service have also
Emergency Care Waiting Time Statistics (January – March 2018)
The Department of Health (DoH) today published statistics on the time spent in emergency care departments (ED) throughout Northern Ireland during the
Emergency Care Waiting Time Statistics (July - September 2020)
The Department of Health (DoH) today published statistics on the time spent in emergency care departments (ED) throughout Northern Ireland during the