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New figures show 8,751 tuberculosis (TB) cases were reported in the UK in 2012, slightly lower than the 8,963 cases reported in 2011.
Public Health England (PHE) has published a leaflet about open water swimming, which means swimming in lakes, rivers and reservoirs.
Cases of measles fell during June, with 113 confirmed cases across England.
As tattooing and body piercing becomes more common, improper or unsanitary methods used in these procedures can carry health risks.
July 2013 newsletter for immunisation practitioners, with the latest developments in vaccines, and vaccination policies and procedures.
The flu plan for 2013 to 2014 has been jointly published by Public Health England, the Department of Health and NHS England.
Public Health England’s weekly surveillance reveals there was a decrease in reports of heat related illness from Monday 15 July to Sunday 21 July.
Laboratory confirmed new diagnoses of hepatitis C infection (HCV) reported in England have risen by more than one-third to 10,873 cases in 2012.
Check the latest health advice before travelling, in the light of the on-going cases of Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV).
Simple steps to keep pesky visitors at bay.
PHE's weekly surveillance bulletin reveals a small increase in reports of heat related illness from Monday 8 July to Sunday 14 July.
London and the South East of England may experience ‘heatwave’ conditions over the next few days, according to Met Office forecasts.
Areas around England may experience ‘heatwave’ conditions over the next few days, according to Met Office forecasts.
Cases of measles in England are at highest recorded levels since 1994, with 1,168 confirmed cases this year (Jan-May 2013).
PHE maintains enhanced levels of surveillance and continues to review and update the information and advice on the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV).
New project investigates public health risks of ESBL E.Coli to develop intervention plans to reduce infections caused by these bacteria.
Figures reveal the stark reality of early diagnosis on survival rates
Mycobacterium bovis, often referred to as bovine TB, is a member of the Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex, a group of organisms which can cause tuberculosis in humans.
…Includes: deprivation and breast cancer screening uptake, sexual infections, 'Get Going this Summer', 'Longer lives', new cancer patients database.…
From today (1 July) around 675,000 babies a year in England will be offered a new vaccination to protect them against rotavirus.…
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
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