Public Health
What are the symptoms of Oropouche virus disease and how can you avoid it? – UK Health Security Agency
Oropouche virus disease is a lesser-known tropical infection that’s been spreading across Central and South America in recent years. If you're planning to travel...
What are the symptoms of the chikungunya virus and is there a vaccine? – UK Health Security Agency
Chikungunya may not be a household name, but this mosquito-borne viral infection has become a significant concern for travellers to some destinations. The disease,...
The essential travel checklist to keep you and your family healthy...
Planning a holiday abroad? This guide provides essential information to help you travel safely and minimise health risks. Whether you're planning a beach break,...
What you need to know about UV (ultraviolet) radiation – UK...
Ultraviolet, or UV, radiation, comes to earth from the sun. The ozone layer protects those of us on the ground from most of it, but...
Who’s eligible for the 2025 COVID-19 vaccine, or ‘Autumn Booster’? –...
When autumn comes, protection from any earlier COVID-19 vaccination you may have had will be starting to wane. For those who are more likely...
What the evidence says about interventions to reduce pollution and improve...
Breathing in polluted air affects our health, reduces our life expectancy, and costs our society billions of pounds each year. It is estimated that...
