Increase in Hepatitis A in Europe
On the 13 January 2017 the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) reported an increase of hepatitis A among men who have sex with men (MSM). Between February and December 2016, a total of [...]
Rabies Alert in Florida, USA
On the 3 January 2017 the Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County issued a rabies alert for Venice and North Port, this alert will be in effect for at least 60 days. The [...]
Am I too late to have my flu jab?
Although it is best to have your flu jab as soon as it becomes available in October you can still receive your vaccine up until March. We are about to experience a severe cold spell [...]
Are you planning a trip to China to celebrate the New Year?
The Chinese New Year takes place on Saturday 28 January. 2017 is the Chinese Year of the Rooster. Human cases of avian (bird) flu are being reported in China, with more cases expected. Visitors to mainland [...]
Starting university? Get the Meningitis ACWY vaccine
Young people starting university or college this autumn are being urged to get a vaccine against meningitis. According to the BBC, 22 people in England got Meningitis W in 2009 in England, compared with almost [...]
Ready Steady Go. Planning your Gap Year
It's an exciting time planning a Gap Year but being prepared can make sure that your trip is the best and the safest it can be. The Foreign and Commonwealth Office have put together a [...]