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Leaflet and card for patients who have had their spleen removed, whose spleen isn't present or doesn't work.
This explains the importance of the influenza (flu) vaccination this winter: 2025 to 2026.
Information for public health professionals on immunisation.
These documents show the vaccines, product names and packaging to complement the routine immunisation schedule.
PGD template to support the national diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and poliomyelitis vaccination programme.
Information on principles for the identification and management of outbreaks and resources to support local health protection system response to outbreaks of communicable disease.
This leaflet describes the vaccinations that help protect you and your baby during and after pregnancy.
This page advises those working with children on how to reduce the risks of hot weather to the health of people they provide care for. This is part of the guidance for the hazard: heat.
The characteristics, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of alpha-gal syndrome.
Description of scarlet fever, potential complications of the disease and advice on who's most at risk and how to prevent the spread.
PGD template to support the national pneumococcal polysaccharide conjugate vaccine (13-valent or 15-valent, adsorbed) (PCV) vaccination programme.
Guidelines on the control of diphtheria in England including investigation and management of cases and close contacts.
An overview of the UK Field Epidemiology Training Programme (UKFETP) including selection criteria and application process.
Quick reference guide for primary care on how to test for and treat Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) in dyspepsia.
Information about the shingles vaccination programme aimed at healthcare practitioners.
The epidemiology, symptoms, diagnosis and management of Nipah virus infections.
Reducing infection in tattooing and body piercing and promoting safety and consistency across practices.
PGD template to support the national Haemophilus influenzae type b and meningococcal C conjugate vaccination programme.
Guidance for public health professionals for the management of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) infection (including O157 and non-O157).
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