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Norovirus cases now 50% higher than average for this time of year
Weekly UKHSA report for the 2025/26 season, monitoring respiratory viruses.
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Public advised to stop using some non-sterile alcohol-free wipes
UKHSA and MHRA are urging the public not to use 4 specified non-sterile alcohol-free wipe products due to the risk of infection associated with their use.
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UKHSA reminds travellers to Cape Verde to protect against gastrointestinal infections
In addition, UKHSA has also identified increases in cases of Salmonella associated with travel to Cape Verde.
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1 in 4 school-leavers unprotected by HPV vaccine
A quarter of school‑leavers are unvaccinated against HPV, leaving young women at risk of cervical cancer and both sexes vulnerable to other HPV‑related cancers
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Tuberculosis notifications in England stabilise in 2025
UKHSA is reminding people to be aware of TB symptoms to help ensure prompt testing and treatment.
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Could sleep app data help identify respiratory disease trends in England?
UKHSA and Sleep Cycle launch a research study focusing on how coughing and sleep-related signals can support earlier detection of respiratory trends in the UK
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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 protect livelihoods.
We provide scientific and operational leadership, working with local, national and international partners to protect the public’s health and build the nation’s health security capability.
UKHSA is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department of Health and Social Care.
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