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Guidance for healthcare providers in the UK.
Standard operating procedure (SOP) outlining the work processes of environmental samples for the isolation and identification of slow growing mycobacteria.
This microbiology scheme provides proficiency testing samples to laboratories that examine endoscope rinse and heater cooler unit waters for Mycobacterium spp.
This external quality assessment scheme (EQA) challenges the detection and quantification of Mycobacterium spp. by molecular methods.
For midwives to advise pregnant women considering a home birth using a type of birthing pool that carries a risk of Legionnaires’ disease.
Guidance and advice for health professionals on Mycobacterium chimaera infections associated with cardiopulmonary bypass.
The characteristics, diagnosis and epidemiology of Clostridium perfringens.
Use this form for SARS-CoV-2 to request sample referrals from your regional public health unit.
Advice and guidance on the health needs of migrant patients for healthcare practitioners.
Guidance on acetic acid (also known as ethanoic acid) for use in responding to chemical incidents.
Evidence-based recommendations to protect first responders from exposure to fentanyl.
Information for health professionals on the characteristics, diagnosis and treatment of Pontiac fever.
Advice and guidance on the health needs of migrant patients from Argentina for healthcare practitioners.
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