Public Health
Why some people suffer more than others during heatwaves – UK Health Security Agency
While many of us revel in the hot summer sunshine, others are at risk of developing heat-related complications such as sunstroke and heatstroke. In this...
The essential travel checklist to keep you and your family healthy on holiday – UK Health Security Agency
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...
How to avoid rabies and what to do if you’re exposed...
Rabies is a rare but deadly viral infection that affects the brain and nervous system. Human cases of rabies are extremely rare in the...
