IPH response to Review of Maternity Services in Northern Ireland

IPH responded to the Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety consultation on a draft maternity strategy for Northern Ireland. The strategy contains a number of proposals, which, if implemented, will significantly change how maternity services are delivered in the future. The draft strategy aims to provide women, professionals, commissioners and policy makers with a clear pathway for maternity services from preconceptual care through to postnatal care.  It places an emphasis on early direct contact with a midwife and a better understanding of the role of the midwife and obstetricians. It sets out clear recommendations for tackling public health issues such as obesity, smoking and alcohol abuse in pregnancy; providing more choice; providing care closer to home and ensuring safe, high quality care tailored to meet the needs of the woman.

Improving Dementia Services in Northern Ireland - A Regional Strategy - November 2011

Improving Dementia Services in Northern Ireland - A Regional Strategy - November 2011

Statistics on Smoking Cessation Services in Northern Ireland: 08/09: Pre Release Access List

2008/09 Pre-Release Access List

Improving Stroke Services in Northern Ireland (PDF 194 KB)

Stroke can strike anyone, any age, anytime. Today in Northern Ireland around 4000 people each year have their lives and the lives of their families dramatically changed by stroke. A significant number of these could be avoided by simple lifestyle changes. More exercise, less alcohol and more attention to diet can make a major difference. Cutting down or cutting out smoking will make the most significant lifestyle contribution to a reduction in stroke and the enormous personal impact that it brings. åÊThese recommendations seek to make improvements in the key areas of prevention; treatment and rehabilitation of stroke patients in a modern health service setting. The accompanying standards outline the levels to which we must aspire, in the delivery of these services. åÊ

Annual Statistics on Smoking Cessation Services in NI

Annual Reports and Deprivation Maps

Future of Fertility Services in Northern Ireland (From People to Parents)

Future of Fertility Services in Northern Ireland (From People to Parents)

Disability Equipment Services in Northern Ireland Regional Summary (PDF 1815 KB)

March 2003 - main findings of the study, key recommendations and the way forward

Diabetes Services in Northern Ireland Regional Summary August 2002 (PDF 2052 KB)

August 2002 - main findings of study, key recommendations and way forward

Acute Hospital Portfolio - Catering Services in Northern Ireland Regional Summary (PDF 105 KB)

March 2003 - sets out the main findings from the study and key conclusions

Mental Health Services in NI VFM Review Regional Summary (PDF 1650 KB)

June 2000 - to review whether the strategy for mental health services is based on clearly defined needs

Radiology Services in NI Follow Up Regional Summary (PDF 1243 KB)

Report Published June 2001 - Contains key recommendations and the way forward

District Nursing Services in Northern Ireland Follow Up Regional Report (PDF 1080 KB)

District Nursing Services in Northern Ireland Follow Up Regional Report

District Nursing Services in Northern Ireland Regional Summary (PDF 1.92mb)

District Nursing Services in Northern Ireland Regional Summary Health Services Audit