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You can no longer order free PCR tests from the NHS.
Information on cryptosporidium including sources and routes of transmission, symptoms, and general hygiene advice to minimise the spread.
The home of UK Health Security Agency on GOV.UK. UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) prevents, prepares for and responds to infectious diseases, and environmental hazards, to keep all our communities safe, save lives and prote…
New data published today by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows cases of whooping cough continue to increase with 1,319 cases confirmed in March.
Guidance for people with symptoms of a respiratory infection including COVID-19, or a positive test result for COVID-19.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination information for public health professionals.
The Green Book has the latest information on vaccines and vaccination procedures, for vaccine preventable infectious diseases in the UK.
Explains testing from 1 April 2024 onwards and sets out the purpose of ongoing testing, who will be eligible to access testing and when tests should be used.
Get support from your local health protection team (HPT) to prevent and reduce the effect of diseases and chemical and radiation hazards
Notifications of infectious diseases (NOIDs) and reportable causative organisms: legal duties of laboratories and medical practitioners.
The characteristics, management and epidemiology of cryptosporidiosis.
UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) data released shows a sharp increase in reports of confirmed cases of norovirus – the most common infectious cause of vomiting and diarrhoea.
Immunisation information for health professionals and immunisation practitioners.
The government has announced its new national action plan on antimicrobial resistance to protect people and animals from the risk of drug-resistant infections.
Guidance for healthcare professionals on the public health management of pertussis (whooping cough).
One-page summary for health professionals and immunisation practitioners giving vaccinations.
Latest updates on SARS-CoV-2 variants detected in the UK.
Weekly national influenza and COVID-19 report, COVID-19 activity, seasonal flu and other seasonal respiratory illnesses.
A practical guide for staff on managing cases of infectious diseases in children and young people settings, including education.
553 new cases of whooping cough confirmed in January.
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