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Sep 30

Nesbitt sets out series of autumn initiatives for health service revamp

Change is an “ongoing reality” for hospital services in Northern Ireland, Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has told MLAs. Mr Nesbitt has...

Sep 30

Ministers launch Child Criminal Exploitation Action Plan

Education Minister Paul Givan, Justice Minister Naomi Long and Health Minister Mike Nesbitt today launched an action plan to address...

Sep 28

Removal of Emergency General Surgery at Causeway Hospital is needed to avoid “service collapse”

The Northern Health and Social Care Trust say the removal of Emergency General Surgery (EGS) at Causeway Hospital is needed to avoid...

Sep 26

Cancer Focus NI welcomes new breast cancer initiatives in light of “unacceptable” diagnostic delays

Following another quarter of crisis-level waiting times, Cancer Focus Northern Ireland warns that cancer waits are continuing to...

Sep 25

Minister announces initiative to tackle unacceptable waiting times for breast cancer services

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has announced new initiatives in response to unacceptable waiting times for breast cancer services in NI. A...

Sep 24

New contractors appointed for Ballymoney Health Centre and Portstewart Family Practice

The Department of Health has today (Tuesday, September 24) confirmed that new contractors have been appointed for Ballymoney Health...

Sep 21

Local politicians raise civil liberty concerns as Health Minister consults on mandatory vaccination

If the Health Minister is opposed to mandatory vaccination, then why is he consulting on it? That is the question posed by local...

Sep 20

Embrace the joy of growing older with Positive Ageing Month

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey launches Positive Ageing Month with Age Friendly Officer, Kelly Doyle This October, join Antrim and...

Sep 20

Ballymena councillor and local volunteers take action on rubbish and fly-tipping scourge

Cllr Quigley along with members of the local community took action on the dumping issue. The community of Harryville has taken a stand...

Sep 19

Women with breast cancer detected by the charity together launch Breast Cancer Awareness campaign

Action Cancer Ambassadors who had their breast cancer detected by the charity’s breast screening service: Pat Simpson, Sharon McCrory,...

Sep 19

Free face-to-face clinics for families affected by dementia in NI during World Alzheimer’s Month

Specialist dementia nurses, known as Admiral Nurses, will support families living with dementia in Northern Ireland Nationwide and...

Sep 17

Plans approved for equine therapy centre for children with complex needs in Co Antrim

Planning permission was granted for an equine therapy centre for children with complex needs at a meeting of Antrim and Newtownabbey...

Sep 17

One step closer - Plans submitted for new Ballymena Leisure, Health & Wellbeing Centre

Aerial view of the proposed leisure, health and wellbeing centre building, within the wider context of the St Patrick's Regeneration site...

Sep 17

Short film to help children deal with loss is set to make its Cinemagic debut

A poignant animated short film, created and directed by a mother from Ballymena that delicately addresses themes of loss and healing for...

Sep 16

Warriors: Courage, Bravery and Honour - stunning new collection release by Ballymena artist

(Images: Phil, PM Drones) Ballymena artist Carly Wright is delighted to reveal her latest collection of paintings. Entitled ‘Warriors:...

Sep 14

Health Minister receives warm welcome at Antrim and Causeway hospitals

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt spent time discussing the Northern Trust’s Strategic Vision for Causeway Hospital during his visit. He is...

Sep 12

Stunning Sperrins – perfect location for scenic guided walks!

Launching this year’s Sperrins Walking were (L to R) Cllr Sean Clarke, Chair of the Sperrins Partnership; Mairead McCallion, Walking...

Sep 11

People are Health & Social Care’s greatest strength – Minister

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt, pictured at Causeway Hospital, Coleraine, with (from left) Jacqui Reid, Northern Trust Director of Human...

Sep 8

Northern Area Community Network promotes mental health at Cushendun Sheep Sale

For the third consecutive year, the Northern Area Community Network (NACN) has made its presence felt at the annual outdoor sheep sale in...

Sep 8

Liverpool and NI star Bradley backs road safety campaign

Northern Ireland international and Liverpool football star Conor Bradley pictured with DfI Minister John O’Dowd and Conrad Kirkwood,...

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