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Information and advice on rabies, the viral infection of the central nervous system which affects mammals and humans.
PGD template to support the national MMR vaccination programme.
Basic profile of the different species of mosquitos that can be found in the UK.
Pertussis (whooping cough) immunisation information for public health professionals, including updates.
Patient group direction template to support the national rotavirus (Rotarix®) vaccination programme for infants.
Sources of data for the surveillance systems used to monitor COVID-19, influenza and other seasonal respiratory viruses in England.
You can use this service to report an outbreak if you provide adult social care. This includes a care home, supported living or extra care.
An overview of the UK Field Epidemiology Training Programme (UKFETP) including selection criteria and application process.
The characteristics, symptoms, diagnosis and epidemiology of chikungunya.
Guidance for people aged 12 and over whose immune system means they are at higher risk of serious illness if they become infected with COVID-19.
This guidance is for staff and managers working in adult social care settings (ASC). It gives information on multidrug-resistant organisms and principles on how to prevent the spread of these pathogens.
Information to assist with the laboratory diagnosis of Lyme disease and requirements for sample submission.
Guidelines for managing close community contacts of cases of invasive group A streptococcal (iGAS) disease, including flow diagrams.
There are 20 tick species found in the UK, many of which are specialist parasites of wildlife. Below is a list of the different tick species found in the UK, as well as some that are imported.
Advice for women who are pregnant or considering pregnancy, who are pregnant and diagnosed with Zika virus infection, and for women whose baby is possibly affected.
Examples of viral haemorrhagic fevers (VHFs) include Lassa fever, Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever, Marburg and Ebola virus diseases.
Clinical advisory and specialist diagnostic service for medical professionals managing travellers who have returned to the UK with fever.
Dengue immunisation information for public health professionals.
Guidance for healthcare practitioners about the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccination programme.
Febrile convulsions are a common in children with a high fever, this guidance explains to parents and carers what a febrile convulsion is, and when to seek medical help.
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