Research and analysis

Influenza A (H5 or H7) and conjunctivitis

This rapid evidence summary identified and summarised the evidence on the clinical and epidemiological features in people with conjunctivitis caused by influenza A (subtypes H5 or H7).

• From: UK Health Security Agency
• Published: 4 December 2024
• Last updated: 3 December 2025 — See all updates

Documents

Clinical and epidemiological characteristics of people with conjunctivitis caused by influenza A (H5 or H7): a rapid evidence summary

Ref: December 2024 GOV-17587

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Details

This rapid evidence summary identified and summarised evidence of the clinical and epidemiological characteristics of people with conjunctivitis caused by influenza A subtypes H5 or H7 (search up to 26 April 2024)

Twelve studies were included, 2 retrospective cohort studies, 1 cross-sectional study, 1 case series, and 8 case reports.

Published 4 December 2024

Last updated 3 December 2025 + show all updates

1. 3 December 2025

   A few minor updates to the wording of the details (for example, 'review' changes to 'summary').

2. 4 December 2024

   First published.