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Let’s take our lead from those who built the NHS
A platform piece by Health Minister Robin Swann
Modelling data shows social distancing works
The impact of social distancing measures on the spread of Covid-19 has been highlighted in data made public by the Department of Health.
Swann praises vaccine take-up initiatives
Health Minister Robin Swann has applauded initiatives to support vaccination take-up.
Young People Aged 12 to 15 To Be Offered COVID-19 Vaccine
People aged 12-15 in Northern Ireland will be offered a first dose of COVID-19 vaccine shortly.
Significant milestone for Adoption and Children Bill
The Adoption and Children Bill has today reached a significant milestone by passing the final stage in the Northern Ireland Assembly.
‘Wash your hands like your life depends on it’
Speaking at the daily NI Executive Covid-19 press briefing, Health Minister Robin Swann today repeated the vital public health messages on preventing
Swann announces 25% uplift in fee for denture provision
Health Minister Robin Swann has announced a 25% enhancement in the fee paid to dentists for the provision of dentures.
Statement on community pharmacy services
It is extremely regrettable that community pharmacy representatives have advised that access to rota pharmacies in some parts of Northern Ireland
Minister Swann welcomes pre-consultation for suicide prevention and post-vention services
Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed the launch today of pre-consultation for suicide prevention and post-vention services.
Roll-out of Covid-19 treatments expanded
Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed the expanded roll-out of new COVID-19 treatments for patients at the highest risk from the virus.
Minister Swann - Daily press conference speaking notes 2 June 2020
Speaking at the daily NI Executive Covid-19 press briefing today, Health Minister Robin Swann said we must never lose sight that the virus is still
Important progress made on reshaping general surgery
The Department of Health has published a progress report on the implementation of the Review of General Surgery.
Review of Complaints handling at Dunmurry Manor Care Home published
Health Minister Robin Swann has emphasised the importance of improving complaint handling processes in the health and social care services.
Stroke Action Plan
SummaryStroke is one of the most devastating health crises anyone can face. It is a major health issue in Northern Ireland with around 3,000 people
Pharmaceutical Inspection and Investigation System - Privacy Notice
The Medicines Regulatory Group (MRG) at the Department of Health is responsible, on behalf of the Minister, for key aspects of medicines control
Animal scientific procedures
The 'Animal Scientific Procedures Act (1986)', regulates the use of animals in scientific research in the UK. The Act requires a rigorous system of
More people need to discuss organ donation
Health Minister Simon Hamilton today welcomed the publication of the Public Health Agency’s evaluation of its public information campaign on organ
Harm caused by alcohol remains key challenge – Swann
Health Minister Robin Swann has warned that the harm related to alcohol use remains a key public health challenge.
Sunbeds policy
Skin cancer rates in Northern Ireland have trebled in the last 25 years. It is now the most common form of cancer here and accounts for 28 per cent
Academy of Medical Royal Colleges supports prioritisation of first vaccine dose
Northern Ireland’s Chief Medical Officer Dr Michael McBride has welcomed the endorsement and support from the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges for