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New UKHSA data shows that sexually transmitted Shigella cases in England continue to occur at high levels, with over 2,500 diagnoses in 2025
New UKHSA data shows dengue cases have fallen significantly, but chikungunya infections rose 43% in 2025 and malaria continues to be reported at consistently high levels among returning travellers
Latest updates from the ongoing outbreak.
New Pandemic Preparedness Strategy has been published alongside the UK Government's response to the Covid-19 Inquiry Module 2 report.
The Meningitis B vaccine will now be offered to everyone who has been offered preventative antibiotic treatment as part of this outbreak.
The Secretary of State Wes Streeting updated the House of Commons on the meningitis outbreak and the latest steps being taken to support those affected.
'Fridge-free' vaccines have huge potential for vaccine delivery in emergency response situations and the developing world.
Over 60% of the women surveyed said being advised to have any of the vaccines by a healthcare professional was an important reason for taking up the offer.
Study highlights misperceptions on the role of antibiotics in managing common childhood illness.
Weekly UKHSA report for the 2025/26 season, monitoring respiratory viruses.
UKHSA data shows that fewer than half take up the free shingles jab.
The annual flu letter describes the national flu immunisation programme and outlines which groups are eligible for flu vaccination.
Findings show that 2,544 deaths in England were associated with cold weather across 3 cold episodes recorded between November 2024 and January 2025.
UKHSA has issued a yellow Cold-Health Alert (CHA) for all regions of England, except the South East and London.
New vaccination campaign launched to boost uptake of childhood immunisations.
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.
In addition, UKHSA has also identified increases in cases of Salmonella associated with travel to Cape Verde.
The government has accepted advice on eligibility from the JCVI for the RSV vaccination programme.
Information on the expansion of the eligibility criteria of the older adults respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccination programme from 1 April 2026.
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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