Women in Fermanagh are being encouraged to take part in a Northern Ireland-wide health survey.

The Women's Health Survey for Northern Ireland is the first phase of a 'public listening exercise' with Northern Ireland women.

It is being carried out by the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Queen's University, Belfast, in partnership with Derry Well Women.

Its purpose is to hear directly from women about their specific health needs and experiences to help shape planning for women’s health services.

Mike Nesbitt, Health Minister, said: "It is very clear to me that women’s health issues must be given more focus, and this survey is a significant step along that journey.

"This is a prime opportunity for women to tell us directly about the challenges and barriers you face when it comes to your health, and to have a say in how services can be shaped in Northern Ireland.

"I would encourage all women to take a few minutes to discuss, share and complete this survey over the coming months."

The survey, which closes on January 31, 2025, will collect anonymous data on a range of topics including women’s priorities for their health and barriers to accessing health services.