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Latest data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) on scarlet fever and invasive group A streptococcus cases.
New UKHSA data shows that bloodstream infections dropped in 2020 for the first time since 2016 but remain at a higher level than 6 years ago.
The Prime Minister was able to see first-hand the pivotal role NIBSC has played in getting safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines to the UK public during the pandemic.
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria are bacteria that have mutated to become resistant to certain types of antibiotic medicines.
The Princess Royal today visited UKHSA's Colindale site to open a new laboratory, marking 100 years of the world’s oldest existing collection of bacteria samples.
A new Statutory Instrument will come into force next month to introduce stricter measures against Xylella
The new strategy addresses current and future threats to health, including antibiotic resistance and health inequalities.
Speech by Sir Mark Walport at the Natural History Museum's 2013 annual science lecture.
Advice on European Antibiotics Awareness Day (18 November 2014) to raise awareness of the risks of inappropriate use of antibiotics.
Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria preventing and controlling contamination.
PHE advises temporary suspension of heated home birthing pools filled in advance of labour in home settings.
New data shows that over 3 million surgeries and cancer treatments may become life threatening without antibiotics.
PHE is issuing advice to people travelling to Egypt after a number of people, including children, have returned with a serious illness caused by E. coli infection.
Public Health England issues advice to help people take care of themselves during the flu season.
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