Public Health
How to avoid freshers’ flu at university, and spot the warning signs of meningitis – UK Health Security Agency
'Freshers' flu' is a common name for a collection of cold viruses that typically spread rapidly when students arrive at university. It's unpleasant but...
how UKHSA is using wastewater to track common viruses and emerging threats – UK Health Security Agency
The wastewater that we send from our toilets towards sewage treatment plants every day is potentially rich in data about our health. For the...
What are the symptoms of scarlet fever and is it contagious? – UK Health Security Agency
Scarlet fever is a childhood illness that some might associate with the past, but it remains fairly common in the UK. In recent years,...
Should I be concerned that an invasive mosquito species has been...
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has detected Aedes aegypti mosquitoes and larvae at residential properties in east London. It is the first time...
Your guide to who’s eligible for the autumn 2026 flu vaccine ...
Flu season is approaching, and some people can already book their free NHS flu vaccine. Here's everything you need to know about who can get...
A guide to keeping kids healthy this school year for parents...
As children head back to school and we move closer to winter, now is a good time to familiarise ourselves with some of the...
