The Latest Breaking News from UK Health Security Agency

The UK Health Security Agency is currently monitoring an outbreak of the Ebola virus in Uganda - but the risk to the public in the UK is very low and there are currently no cases of the disease confirmed in this country

Covid infection and hospitalisations are at their highest levels in months, top scientists have warned, as "concerning" increases plague the country ahead of what could be a tough winter

They're available for purchase from many pharmacies and supermarkets - and some people are eligible for free tests delivered to their home

Covid cases have been increasing ahead of the winter flu season.

There were 7,506 diagnoses of infectious syphilis reported in 2021, an 8.4% increase compared to 2020, shows data published by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) on sexually transmitted infections

One expert says facemasks still 'have a role' in limiting the spread of Covid, particularly in crowded areas

Azeem Majeed, professor of public health at Imperial College, London, is answering key questions as temperatures drop and concerns rise over another Covid wave

Health officials say they believe a lower turnout for vaccinations could be why there has been a rise in people becoming ill

The UK Health Security Agency says low natural immunity against flu, combined with resurgent Covid-19 strains, could kill tens of thousands of people in the country this winter

Sexual health clinics will continue to prioritise offering first doses but some will offer second shots

The Oxford comma is one of the linguistic devices that has always caused division and debate. Now, new Health Secretary Therese Coffey has come under fire after her office issued guidance telling workers to “be positive” and avoid using policy wonk “jargon”. The “Oxford comma” was referred to as one…