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The Latest Breaking News from The UK Health Security Agency

Mosquito species which could carry deadly disease found breeding in London

The invasive mosquito species aedes aegypti is usually found in tropical climates

The Independent UK

Giardiasis cases are rising in England: should we be worried?

Cases of giardiasis, an intestinal infection that causes diarrhoea, bloating and gas, have reached their highest level in England since 2016 according to newly published data by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).

The Conversation

Why does Salmonella cause serious illness in some people but not others?

For most people, a Salmonella infection causes gastroenteritis, an inflammation of the stomach and intestines that can mean several miserable days of diarrhoea, cramps, fever or vomiting. Most people recover within a week. But severe diarrhoea and dehydration can still be dangerous, even while the bacteria remain confined to the…

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Salmonella outbreak: How can I check if my eggs are safe to eat?

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) said that investigations had linked salmonella cases to imported eggs

The Independent UK

Fourth heatwave of year to peak with temperatures of up to 35C

The UK Health Security Agency has issued an amber heat-health alert for the East Midlands, the East, South East and London.

Evening Standard

Temperatures set to peak at 36C during UK heatwave, health warnings issued

The United Kingdom faces its third heatwave of 2026 with temperatures soaring. Health authorities have issued alerts as hospitals experience sustained pressure from the heat. Vulnerable communities and older people are at increased risk of illness and death. People are advised to drink water and stay cool during the hottest…

The Times of India

Travellers warned over train journeys as fresh heatwave spreads across UK

Amber heat health alerts have been issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) for parts of the UK

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The Hidden Cost of Britain's Heatwave: Millions Report Sleepless Nights During Record June Temperatures

A YouGov survey reveals that June's record-breaking heatwave in the UK caused widespread sleep disruption, highlighting the less visible impacts of extreme weather on daily life and well-being.

International Business Times UK

New heat health alert for London as eight day heatwave to arrive in days

The yellow heat health alert has been issued by the UK Health Security Agency UKHSA and begins this weekend

Evening Standard

New heat health alert issued as temperatures could hit more than 30C at weekend

The UK Health Security Agency also warned of a potential increase in water-related incidents, including risks from cold water shock and drowning.

Evening Standard

Met Office extreme heat warning expanded as 38C temperatures in store

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The Independent UK

Amber heat health alert issued as heatwave expected to hit UK

The UK Health Security Agency issued the warning from midday on Thursday until Tuesday next week

The Independent UK

UK heatwave mapped: Where will get hotter than Ibiza as 37C ‘extreme heat’ warning issued

The Met Office has issued a rare amber weather warning for extreme heat ahead of an expected heatwave

The Independent UK

Will there be a heatwave this week and when will the hot weather end?

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued yellow heat health alerts for the East Midlands, east of England, London, and the South East. These are in effect from 3pm on Wednesday until 8pm on Monday 22 June. According to the Met Office , temperatures in the South East could…

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Two children die from measles as highly contagious virus spreads throughout UK

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said the disease continues to circulate in many parts of the country

International Business Times UK

Another Heatwave on the Way? UK Forecast Shows Temperatures Climbing Back Again

UK braces for another heatwave as temperatures near 30C, with forecasters warning of health risks and strain on infrastructure during heat spikes.

Evening Standard

Water company sentenced for supplying water unfit for humans after parasitic outbreak

More than 16,000 homes in the area were issued with boil notices.

International Business Times UK

Britain Faces Critical 52-Hour Heatwave Warnings With Greater Risk To Life As Temperatures Climb Towards 32C

The UK Health Security Agency has issued yellow heat alerts across parts of England due to an early summer heatwave, warning of increased health risks and potential strain on services.

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Evening Standard

Salmonella alert for London: Cases of the food poisoning bacteria soar to a 'record high'

The capital saw a 7.1% jump in laboratory-confirmed salmonella cases in a year

The Times of India

Britain records hottest day of 2026 as 35C heatwave scorches London, Kent and Southeast England

Britain is experiencing its hottest weather of 2026, with temperatures soaring across England and parts of the country potentially reaching 35C. Official heatwave conditions have been declared in southern and eastern England, prompting amber heat-health alerts due to the extreme heat and potential strain on services.

The Independent UK

UK heat health alerts upgraded to amber as country braces for bank holiday heatwave

The UK Health Security Agency has upgraded heat health alerts to amber across London, the South East, the East and the Midlands

The Independent UK

UK braces for bank holiday heatwave as temperatures could soar to 33C

Britain is set to be hotter than Greek holiday destinations like Santorini and Mykonos

Evening Standard

Temperatures of up to 30C forecast for bank holiday weekend

Temperatures in the UK are expected to exceed those forecast in Mediterranean hotspots including Mykonos, Rhodes and Santorini over the weekend.

The Guardian - UK

Father pays tribute to ‘kind-hearted’ son who died after contracting meningitis

Lewis Waters, who attended Henley college in Oxfordshire, was one of three cases reported in Berkshire outbreak

The Times of India

Meningitis outbreak in Berkshire causes panic in three schools

A student's death from meningitis at Henley College has prompted health officials to investigate links to Reading Blue Coat and Highdown Secondary schools. While the Berkshire strain differs from the Kent outbreak, authorities are providing precautionary treatment to close contacts. Experts emphasize the disease requires close contact to spread, with…

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