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        What are the symptoms of measles and how can I best protect my child?

          What are the symptoms of measles and how can I best protect my child?

            Measles is highly contagious, so even a small decline in vaccine uptake can lead to a rise in cases. There has been a resurgence of measles in England, and around the world, in recent years.

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    What is hantavirus? How is it transmitted and what are the symptoms?

      Posted by: Blog Editor, Posted on: 5 May 2026 - Categories: Travel

      The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is monitoring and providing public health advice regarding an outbreak of hantavirus linked to a Dutch cruise ship. As of Tuesday 5 May, 6 individuals have become unwell, 2 of whom have been confirmed as having hantavirus.

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    Meningitis cases in Dorset: what you need to know

      Posted by: Blog Editor, Posted on: 17 April 2026 - Categories: Meningitis

      Three young people in Weymouth, Dorset have been confirmed to have meningitis B, known as MenB. All-three individuals have received treatment and are recovering well. These cases are not linked to the recent outbreak in Kent and this outbreak is not showing the same speed of transmission or severity of illness.

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    Who’s eligible for the 2026 COVID-19 vaccine, or ‘Spring Booster’?

      Posted by: Blog Editor, Posted on: 7 April 2026 - Categories: Coronavirus (COVID-19), immunisations

      As we move into spring, protection from any earlier COVID-19 vaccination you may have had will be starting to wane. For those who are more likely to become seriously ill from COVID-19, the NHS offers a free vaccine in the …

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    What is Shigella? How do you catch it and how can it be avoided?

      Posted by: Blog Editor, Posted on: 26 March 2026 - Categories: Health Protection

      Shigella is a bacterial infection that can cause severe diarrhoea and stomach cramps. It's more common than many people realise and understanding how it spreads is key to protecting yourself and others. Here, we answer some of the most frequently asked questions relating to it.

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    Who is eligible for the MenB vaccine and do I need it myself?

      Posted by: Blog Editor, Posted on: 20 March 2026 - Categories: Health Protection, immunisations

      This blog post was last checked and updated in April 2026. Following the recent meningitis outbreak in Kent, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) with NHS England and the government are coordinating a targeted vaccination programme against MenB. Here is what you need to know about who is eligible, …

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    Kent meningitis outbreak: March 2026

      Posted by: Blog Editor, Posted on: 18 March 2026 - Categories: Meningitis

      There is currently an outbreak of meningococcal disease (MenB) in Kent. This blog post includes information on MenB and this outbreak, what to do if you are affected and where you can get antibiotics and who is being offered a vaccine.

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    Could 'fridge-free' vaccines transform global immunisation?

      Posted by: Blog Editor, Posted on: 13 March 2026 - Categories: Global health, immunisations, Science

      The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that half of all vaccines produced worldwide never reach the people who need them. The reason? They lose their effectiveness before they can be used. Most vaccines must be kept cold from the moment …

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    Staying ahead of emerging threats: insights from Oropouche

      Posted by: Blog Editor, Posted on: 9 March 2026 - Categories: Global health, UKHSA science

      Preparing for future health threats starts long before a virus makes the headlines. That’s why UKHSA works with partners around the world to study emerging pathogens and identify key gaps in knowledge and research. Our work on Oropouche, just one …

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    How does cold weather affect health? Our new report explores the hidden impact

      Posted by: Blog Editor, Posted on: 18 February 2026 - Categories: Protecting the country's health, Winter

      When we talk about winter deaths, we may think of hypothermia or people dying directly from low temperatures. The reality is more complex - and often invisible.

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    Stomach bugs: A brief guide to their causes and treatment

      Posted by: Blog Editor, Posted on: 6 February 2026 - Categories: Health and Wellbeing

      Gastrointestinal illness - the kind of illness that makes us feel sick, vomit or have diarrhoea - affects people of all ages and is one of the most common health complaints in the United Kingdom. It is also one of the most common health issues that people experience when travelling abroad.

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