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Protecting the country's health

Posts relating to PHE Priority 3: Protecting the country's health

How we monitor flu and other respiratory viruses each winter

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Elderly man catches a sneeze in a tissue, sitting on a grey sofa

As we approach another winter season, UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is ramping up its comprehensive surveillance systems to monitor flu and other seasonal respiratory viruses. Here's an overview of how we're working to keep the nation informed and protected. …

How you can help us resist the tiger mosquito’s conquest of Europe

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As our world becomes increasingly interconnected and the climate changes, the UK faces challenges that we might associate with more exotic destinations. One such challenge is the potential introduction of invasive mosquito species, particularly the tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus). This …

A look back at the UKHSA annual conference for 2023

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Attendees at the UKHSA 2023 conference

Our second annual conference, UKHSA2023, brought together a range of people involved in public health and health protection science for speeches, panel discussions and exhibitions. It was a fascinating and busy 2 days in Leeds, with representatives joining from across the sector.