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The outbreak involved 293 cases between May and November 2024.
UKHSA reminds eligible groups to come forward for mpox vaccination.
Weekly UKHSA report for the 2025/26 season, monitoring respiratory viruses as people are encouraged to take simple steps to protect themselves.
The Chief Medical Officer for England, Professor Chris Whitty, has released his annual report for 2025, on infectious diseases.
GP online access has been rolled out at nearly all GP practices, benefiting patients across England.
The government has launched a scheme that will see thousands of people benefit from improved HIV testing and treatment under a new action plan.
Cold-Health Alerts in place for all of England until the weekend.
Pioneering research launches in Leeds to test new approach to assessing the risk to children from hidden lead exposure
UKHSA's mascot returns for World AMR Awareness Week with a campaign targeting young adults, featuring gym partnerships and a pharmacy disco.
Antibiotic use within the NHS is below 2019 pre-pandemic levels but private prescribing increases.
UKHSA’s early season data shows vaccination remains best defence alongside good respiratory hygiene as flu activity rises.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is concerned that many people at risk may not know they are eligible for a flu vaccine.
Infants and young adults most at risk from serious disease.
Introduction of a routine varicella vaccination programme for children at one year and at 18 months, with a catch-up for children aged up to 6 years
New evaluation of NHS England’s emergency department opt-out testing has identified thousands of people living unknowingly with bloodborne viruses.
Letter from Stephen Kinnock, Minister of State for Care, setting out the priorities for adult social care this winter.
UKHSA is reminding people to be aware of TB symptoms to help ensure prompt testing and treatment.
Vaccines take up to 2 weeks for maximum protection, so get vaccinated early to reduce disease risk by Diwali on 20 October.
The UK Health Security Agency is encouraging people to get their flu, COVID-19 and RSV vaccinations ahead of the winter months.
The Department of Health and Social Care has launched a new national vaccination campaign, 'Stay Strong. Get Vaccinated', to protect newborn babies.
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