Health

Vertex makes major move forward on cystic fibrosis drugs for Northern Ireland

Drugs giant Vertex has made formal offer for NI giving pricing of Orkambi, Symkevi and Kalydeco equivalent to NHS in England

In April-June only 55.4% of patients urgently referred by their GP were seen by a cancer specialist within the 62 day target

The HPV vaccine will be given to boys for the first time - it helps protect both boys and girls from HPV infection and associated cancers

Autism NI is calling for autism training to qualify all teachers to deal with the one in thirty pupils in NI who are autistic

In the past year, nearly 3 out of 5 had quit at the end of the first 4 weeks - but it's easier, the older you get, says Department of Health

Strabane aims become the UK's first JAM Card friendly town - offering high level of aid to those who need 'Just A Minute' longer

With 55m population, England has 1,089 waiting over a year to see a consulant - with 1.8m, NI has 105,486, says Mark H Durkan

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day, at 8pm tonight the public are asked to light a candle and place in or near a window to show support

Western Trust reaffirms commitment to caring for children in need & children in protection, as increased numbers are noted in all categories

Western Trust supports palliative care to manage pain and ensure best quality of life while providing social emotional and spiritual support

New helpline to assist families with special educational needs awaiting placements for their child - helpline number 028 9598 5960, 9-5pm