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Two women stand beside each other in front of a colourful mural. One woman is wearing a maroon healthcare tunic. They are holding a children's book about FH.

Northern Trust leads the way with NI’s first clinic for paediatric genetic condition

Learning that your child has a genetic condition can be an overwhelming experience for any family. Familial hypercholesterolaemia—an inherited disorder caused by an altered gene leading to high cholesterol—is...


A group of people including the Health Minister standing outside the new Archway building.

Trust invests in Carrickfergus mental health services

The Northern Trust has recently invested in its community mental health services, allowing for the development of new bespoke premises in Carrickfergus. The newly opened Archway Community Mental Health...

Three women sitting together, holding books.

New bereavement books helping children through grief

The Northern Health and Social Care Trust is using the power of reading to bring comfort to children coping with the loss of a loved one. A new selection...

Eight members of the Farm Families Health Checks Team, holding a sign which reads 'Farm Families Health Checks'

A year of impact and recognition for Farm Families Health Checks programme

The Farm Families Health Checks team has been reflecting on a year of memorable achievements as 2025 draws to a close. From livestock markets to community gatherings and agricultural...

Palliative Care Carol Service marks Christmas in a meaningful way

The annual Palliative Care Carol Service has marked the Christmas period in a meaningful way at Antrim Area Hospital’s Macmillan Unit. The uplifting event was opened by Interim Ward...

A group of people standing together outside Coleraine Town Hall/ Some are wearing red Northern Ireland Chest, Heart & Stroke branded hats. There is a pop-up banner in the background about Prescribe A Mile.

Working together to create healthier communities one step at a time

New Prescribe A Mile initiative gets under way in Coleraine “You don’t have to go fast or far – just start walking and let each step bring you closer...

Seven women standing behind a table. They are holding hampers wrapped in festive wrapping. There are more hampers sitting on the table.

Northern Trust brings festive cheer to rural residents

The Northern Health and Social Care Trust is working with Bann Maine West Community Cluster to spread festive cheer by gifting food hampers to some of our most elderly...