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Antibiotic resistance is once again on the rise after declines in the pandemic, with more dangerous strains of bacteria spreading in communities and hospitals.
AMRHAI (antimicrobial resistance and healthcare associated infections) is the national reference unit for investigating AMR in healthcare-associated bacteria.
Guidance and responsibilities of the UK's National Reference Laboratory (NRL) for food microbiology.
The characteristics, diagnosis, management, surveillance and epidemiology of Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
The characteristics, diagnosis, management, surveillance and epidemiology of Escherichia coli (E. coli).
SIN support to the National Biofilms Innovation Centre led to signing two Memoranda of Understanding, strengthening UK's global position in biofilms research.
How to spot Bacterial kidney disease (BKD), what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
Journal article in International Journal of Systematic and Evolutionary Microbiology
A guide to UKHSA's bacteriology reference department (BRD), its units and the tests and services they provide.
The characteristics, diagnosis and epidemiology of infections caused by spirochaetes of the genus Leptospira (Leptospires).
The characteristics, diagnosis, management and epidemiology of necrotising fasciitis (NF).
Guidance on managing and preventing the spread of group A streptococcal (GAS) infection and other skin and soft tissue infections in prisons and secure settings.
UK Health Security Agency's laboratories provide a comprehensive range of microbiological tests and services.
Guidance on the handling of slurry and manure to help reduce the spread of antibiotic resistant bacteria.
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