The Latest Breaking News from UK Health Security Agency

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

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…

UK weathered fifth wave of infections earlier this summer driven by new Omicron variants but coronavirus continues to linger this autumn

The COVID alert level for the UK was recently downgraded by the government from “3” to “2”. This move was based on advice ministers received from the four UK chief medical officers, the NHS England national medical director and the UK Health Security Agency.

UK hit by fifth wave of infections earlier this summer driven by new Omicron variants