UK Health Security Agency

People who have already had the virus this winter could be at risk again, as new data shows shift in circulating strains.

Community testing in 2023, including nightclubs and festivals, rose by 7% compared to 2022.

This bulletin (formally Weekly Winter Briefing) brings together the latest surveillance data, along with the latest public health advice for flu, COVID-19, RSV and other viruses common in winter.

UK TB cases rise 13% in 2024, continuing upward trend.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) confirms additional cases of Clade Ib mpox.

The UK launches mSCAPE, a world-first metagenomics initiative by UKHSA to enhance health security through rapid pathogen detection and surveillance.

UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) prevents, prepares for and responds to infectious diseases, and environmental hazards, to keep all our communities safe, save lives and protect livelihoods.

We provide scientific and operational leadership, working with local, national and international partners to protect the public’s health and build the nation’s health security capability.

UKHSA is an executive agency, sponsored by the Department of Health and Social Care.